Overview

Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development program students at the University of Minnesota learn about advances in the field by studying model organisms like plants, fruit flies, zebrafish, and mice.

Key Features

Genetics: Fundamental genetic mechanisms such as DNA and chromosome replication, DNA repair, recombination, and transposition; Gene expression and the many factors and circumstances that regulate it; Genomics--the analysis of whole genomes from both structural and functional viewpoints; Human genetics and genetic counseling.

Cell Biology: Interactions between cells, properties of cell membranes, molecular transport into and within cells, cell signaling processes; Control of the cell cycle, regulation of cell division; Cell structure and function, organelles, components of the cytoskeleton, cell motility.

Developmental Biology: Developmental mechanisms, specification of cell fates; Cellular differentiation, formation of tissues and organs.

Careers

CBS can prepare you for success in graduate and professional schools, industry positions, and other curiosity-driven careers. The alumni go on to work in a vast array of careers fields, companies, and non-profits. Check out how recent alums are using their CBS degree.

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Embryologist

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Technologist

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Assistant

Research Associate

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Sales Support Specialist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics for Life Sciences

Ecology

Genetics

Developmental Biology

Evolution

Calculus and Dynamical Systems in Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology Genetics View 284 other Bachelors in Microbiology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application for Admission

$55 U.S. nonrefundable application fee

Self-Reported Academic Record: High school (9th-12th grade) courses and grades

English proficiency test scores (Required)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

41512 USD / year

≈ 41512 USD / year
Out-of-State

41512 USD / year

≈ 41512 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

18626 USD / year

≈ 18626 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key Features

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Minneapolis

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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