Professional Science Masters (PSM) in Applied Biosciences

The Applied Biosciences (ABS) program at the University of Arizona (UA) is a Graduate Interdisciplinary Program (GIDP) under the Graduate College. ABS is a dedicated Master’s program that awards a Professional Science Master’s degree, and prepares students for careers in the biotechnology and health science industries. It consists of foundational and practical training in various areas of applied biosciences, along with "cross-training" in workplace skills, such as business, research and regulatory affairs. A mandatory internship is an integral part of the ABS experience. During a two-year course of studies, students will gain a strong understanding of the applications of the biological sciences to real world problems, including those faced by public institutions and private industry.The ABS-PSM is organized into six semi-independent “tracks” to prepare students for professional careers: Controlled Environment Agriculture, Diagnostic Laboratory Sciences, Industrial Microbial Biotechnology, Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Molecular and Cellular Biology and Sustainable Bioeconomy and Bioenergy.

Students must have completed a four year bachelor from Regionally accredited institution.