Program Overview

Overview of the Online Master of Science in Biomimicry

The Master of Science in Biomimicry online program at Arizona State University explores the connection between biological principles and design. Upon graduation, students will understand how to draw inspiration from nature's evolutionary successes and apply this knowledge to solve complex human challenges. These versatile skills open doors to impactful roles in business, government, and nonprofit organizations.

Program Details

• The program features 17 total classes, with each class lasting 7.5-15 weeks.
• The total credit hours required for the program are 30.
• The program emphasizes interdisciplinary learning and practical application, allowing students to design projects tailored to their career interests.

Biomimicry Master's Courses

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Biology Taught Functionally: Introduces the function as the starting point for discovering biomimetic value.
• Biomimicry Thinking: Teaches the methodology for incorporating biomimicry into any design process.
• Essentials of Biomimicry: Covers the core values that define biomimicry and its true practice: Ethos, Emulate, and (Re)Connect.
• Life's Principles: Investigates life's operating conditions on Earth and the universal rules for surviving and thriving.
• Elective courses, including Biomimicry and Business, Biomimicry and Chemistry, Biomimicry and Design, and Biomimicry and Engineering.

Career Opportunities

Biomimicry is an emerging discipline with applications creating demand for specialized roles across various industries in both the public and private sectors. Potential career paths include:

• Biomimicry consultant
• Educator
• In-house designer or scientist
• Nonprofit leader

Application Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Global Futures. Requirements include:

• A bachelor's or graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of a student's first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• Submission of:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee.
  • Letters of recommendation.
  • Official transcripts.
  • Personal statement.
  • Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.

Additional Application Information

• An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• Letters of recommendation should come from current or former professors and supervisors.

Tuition and Financial Aid

• The program offers a tuition calculator to estimate full-time or part-time tuition fees prior to any financial aid.
• Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Accolades and Rankings

• Arizona State University is recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and receives accolades from other prestigious organizations.
• Ranked #1 in the U.S. for innovation for 11 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
• Ranked #1 university in the U.S. in pursuit of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
• Ranked #1 "Cool Schools" for sustainability by Sierra Club for campus sustainability.
• Ranked among the top 10 best online bachelor's programs.