Master's in Biotechnology

The Master’s of Science in Biotechnology from the University of South Florida is a specialized degree that prepares graduates for work in active scientific settings by combining technical competencies with workforce skills in preparation for careers in the growing Biotechnology sector.
The Biotechnology program represents a multi-college partnership and a truly interdisciplinary collaboration. Participating colleges include the Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Engineering, the College of Public Health, the College of Arts & Sciences and the Muma College of Business. The major is designed to meet the increasing demand for trained people in this exploding area, which crosses the traditional fields of biological, chemical, engineering, health and computer sciences. The curriculum has been designed accordingly and provides the theoretical background; the practical training; and, with internships, the “real life” experience which will equip students with the essential tools for a successful career in the field of biotechnology. Graduates of the Biotechnology programs at USF take jobs in the Biotechnology Industry or pursue PhD programs, medical school, dental school, veterinary school or pharmacy school. For students seeking biotechnology degrees in Florida, the Biotechnology programs will equip you with the skills and experience needed to succeed in this growing industry.

Each applicant to a graduate degree program or graduate certificate at the University of South Florida is required to meet the following minimum requirements. Each College, Program, or Graduate Certificate may consider the rigor and strength of the academic program in making admissions decisions. Graduate programs often require additional information and supporting documents. Applicants should consult with the desired program of interest for additional requirements:

1. An applicant must have one of the following (a, b, or c):

A.) A bachelor’s degree satisfying at least one of the following criteria:

• “B” average (3.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better in all work attempted while registered as an undergraduate student working toward a baccalaureate degree, or
• “B” average (3.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better in all work attempted while registered as a graduate student working for a graduate degree.

B.) A bachelor’s degree with a “B” average or better and a previous graduate degree with a “B” average or better. In cases where an applicant has a bachelor’s and a graduate degree at the time of admission, the credentials and GPA of the graduate degree will be the determining factor for admission.

C.) The equivalent bachelors and/or graduate degrees from a foreign institution. Bachelor’s degrees from institutions in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) are considered equivalent based on the Bologna Accord. For applicants with a 3-year Bachelor’s Degree with less than 120 hours, from Non-Bologna Accord Institutions, a transcript evaluation from a NACES member is required to confirm equivalency.