Program Overview

Master's Degrees in Zoology

The Master's program in Zoology offers a rewarding balance of rigorous curriculum and independent research. The program's affiliation with the Center for Wildlife Sustainability Research, the Center for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences, and other science departments expands opportunities for collaborative research. The geographical location between two major rivers, in an area with diverse ecosystems, provides outstanding options for nearby field research.

Program Tracks

• Traditional master's degree track, which includes a research thesis
  • This track requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate credit beyond the bachelor's degree
  • The curriculum includes graded coursework at the 500-level and above
• Professional master's degree track, which requires fulfilling coursework requirements and professional internship experience

Curriculum Requirements

• A minimum of 30 hours of graduate credit beyond the bachelor's degree
• Graded coursework at the 500-level and above
• Two credit hours of ZOOL 589 a colloquium on specific topics in current zoology research
• Six credit hours of ZOOL 599 for researching and writing the thesis
• An additional two or more courses in a specific area for mastery of a research tool, such as statistics or a foreign language

Research Opportunities

The program's location and affiliations provide opportunities for collaborative research in various areas, including:

• Wildlife sustainability
• Fisheries, aquaculture, and aquatic sciences
• Other science departments

Degree Requirements

The Master of Science in Zoology requires completion of the specified curriculum and research requirements. For all other requirements, refer to the Graduate Catalog.