Degree Plans | MS in Microbiology & Immunology
The following is an example of a master’s program course schedule for full-time students. Full-time students must complete the program within three semesters, but may complete it in two semesters if they chose. Part-time students may register for fewer than 10 credits per semester. Students have up to three years to complete the M.S. degree in Microbiology & Immunology.
Our program charges a full-time, per-semester flat rate for students taking 12 credits or more in a semester, and a part-time, per-credit rate for students taking fewer than 12 credits.
2-Semester Program Schedule
Fall Semester
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| BCHB 5001 (Section 03): Biochemistry & Cellular Sciences | 3 |
| BCHB 5760: Core Methods of Biochemistry | 3 |
| MICB 6120: Immunology | 3 |
| MICB 6140: Bacteriology & Mycology | 3 |
| Elective 1 | 3 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per semester flat rate (new window).
Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| MICB 6190: Biology & Biochemistry of Viruses | 3 |
| MICB 6290: Mechanisms of Microbial Pathogenesis | 3 |
| Elective 2 | 3 |
| Elective 3 | 3 |
| Elective 4 | 3 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per semester flat rate (new window).
3-Semester Program Schedule
Fall Semester 1
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| BCHB 5001 (Section 03): Biochemistry & Cellular Sciences | 3 |
| BCHB 5760: Core Methods of Biochemistry | 3 |
| Elective 1 | 2 |
| Elective 2 | 2 |
| 10 Credits |
Students pay the per credit rate (new window).
Spring Semester 1
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| MICB 6190: Biology & Biochemistry of Viruses | 3 |
| MICB 6290: Mechanisms of Microbial Pathogenesis | 3 |
| Elective 3 | 2 |
| Elective 4 | 2 |
| 10 Credits |
Students pay the per credit rate (new window).
Fall Semester 2
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| MICB 6120: Immunology | 3 |
| MICB 6140: Bacteriology & Mycology | 3 |
| Elective 5 | 3 |
| Elective 6 | 1 |
| 10 Credits |
Students pay the per credit rate (new window).