Program Overview

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Biomimicry, MS

The world's only Master of Science program in biomimicry is offered in conjunction with The Biomimicry Center, in cooperation with Biomimicry 3.8, the internationally recognized leader in the field.

Program Description

Biomimicry, the practice of emulating nature's strategies for human designs, empowers change agents passionate about a world mentored by life's genius to work toward innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing global challenges. It involves exploring the way business is conducted, buildings and products are designed, governments operate, health care is provided, goods are manufactured and how future generations will be educated --- all inspired by nature's time-tested sustainable solutions developed over the last 3.8 billion years.

The program's curriculum focuses on this emerging field, with a sustainability emphasis. Students complete core content and elective courses, and they also gain biomimicry experience in biome-based applications, business case studies and biological strategy research; in addition, each student completes a self-designed biomimicry project in their chosen career field.

At a Glance

• College/school: College of Global Futures
• Location: Online
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Degree Requirements

30 credit hours and a portfolio

• Required Core (14 credit hours)
  • BMY 501 Essentials of Biomimicry (1)
  • BMY 502 Life's Principles (4)
  • BMY 503 Biology Taught Functionally (4)
  • BMY 504 Biomimicry Thinking (4)
  • BMY 505 The Ethos of Biomimicry: A Pathway from Practice to Philosophy (1)
• Electives or Research (10 credit hours)
  • Other Requirements (6 credit hours; choose 3)
    • BMY 530 Virtual Design Lab Practicum (2)
    • BMY 580 Topic: BioBrainstorm Practicum (2)
    • BMY 580 Topic: Biomimicry Case Study Practicum (2)
    • BMY 580 Topic: Biomimicry Genius of Biome Practicum (2)
• Culminating Experience
  • portfolio
• Additional Curriculum Information
  • For electives or research, students should contact the academic unit for the approved course list.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements:
  • All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
  • U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency
• Additional Requirements:
  • Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
  • Applicants must submit the following:
    • graduate admission application and application fee
    • official transcripts
    • questionnaire (to be filled out and uploaded)
    • curriculum vitae or resume
    • three letters of recommendation
    • proof of English proficiency

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Attend Online

ASU Online offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.

Application Deadlines

• Fall
  • Session A/C | Online | 07/07 | Final
  • Session A/C | Online | 06/01 | Priority
  • Session A/C | Online | | Rolling
• Spring
  • Session A/C | Online | 12/07 | Final
  • Session A/C | Online | 11/01 | Priority
  • Session A/C | Online | | Rolling
• Summer
  • Session A/C | Online | 04/07 | Final
  • Session A/C | Online | 03/01 | Priority
  • Session A/C | Online | | Rolling

Global Opportunities

The biomimicry program offers a distinct global network of participants (approximately 30% are international students). Students have multiple collaboration opportunities across the program with a diverse set of peers, and they can custom design one or more of their practicum courses to include studying abroad.

Career Opportunities

Training in biomimicry offers a toolkit of transferable skills that enhance work in any field, especially STEM, design, business and sustainability. Graduates engage and lead others within their organization or communities by practicing and demonstrating world-class biomimicry. Opportunities include leading research groups focused on biomimicry thinking, developing in-house training and biomimicry tools for companies, becoming a biologist at the design table, directing sustainability efforts, and leading public engagement initiatives for communities seeking sustainable solutions. Graduates are prepared to facilitate the practice of biomimicry across corporate, government, education and nongovernmental organization sectors.