The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology major at University of Arizona focuses on the history, development, and interaction of Earth's organisms, including plants, animals, and single-celled life forms.
- Application Deadline
- 48 monthsDuration
- Unknown (University site)Tuition Fee37116 USD/yearTuition Fee36600 USD/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
Students in this Ecology and Evolutionary Biology major at University of Arizona explore life's diversity in an integrative evolutionary framework, spanning genomes to ecosystems: they study species evolution, the effect of environmental pressures on evolution, patterns of biological diversity, and species interaction within a given ecosystem.
The Bachelor of Science degree is designed primarily for students who plan to pursue graduate studies or professional careers in ecology, evolutionary biology, or an allied scientific field.
Career
- Biological research
- Biotechnology
- Conservation
- Environmental planning
- Natural resource management
- Zoology
- Journalism
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Human Genetics and Evolution
- Ecological Physiology
- Spatio-Temporal Ecology
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
70The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 3
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- Have a 3.00 recalculated grade point average (GPA) (a "B" or better where "A"=4.00) from a secondary school. Please note: GPA recalculation occurs during the admissions evaluation process.
- Have three years of high school work. Please note: If you are currently in high school, UA needs to see 9–11 grade work. If you have completed high school then UA needs to see 10–12 grade work.
- Have and present a completed high school diploma or certificate.
Tuition Fee
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37116 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 37116 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
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In-State Applies to you
12600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 12600 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Tucson
- 830 - 1140 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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