In addition to research, coursework and teaching, students also participate in a variety of other activities, such as laboratory group meetings and weekly journal clubs, where recent scientific papers are critically reviewed by faculty and students. Students also enjoy the benefits of a distinguished lecture series that brings outstanding scientists to our campus. A special feature of this lecture series is the Oliver H. Smith Memorial Microbiology Lecture.
We strive to train first-rate scientists capable of directing independent research. Our students are prepared for postdoctoral research and ultimately tenure-track faculty positions at prestigious institutions, faculty appointments at institutions where teaching is the main emphasis, and positions in industry or government.
A particular strength of our graduate program is the low student-faculty ratio. This promotes a close relationship between professors and students and permits flexible programming designed to meet the needs of individual students.
The anticipated learning outcomes for our graduate degree programs include:
- Demonstrate an in-depth mastery of advanced concepts in Biological Sciences
- Display proficiency in course learning objectives
- Communicate, articulate and explain advanced biological concepts
- Demonstrate independent scientific thinking
- Demonstrate the ability to design and execute an original research project (Ph.D. degree)
- Contribute to and execute an original research project (M.S. degree)
Biological Sciences Department
Marquette University, Wehr Life Sciences
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P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881
(414) 288-7355
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