M.Sc. in Biological Sciences — study plan
- Credit hours
- 30
- Levels
- 3
- Courses
- 14
- Degree
- master
The M.Sc. in Biological Sciences study plan at University of Nizwa is an accredited master programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 30 credit hours across 14 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Major Requirements 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL601 | Philosophy of Biological Sciences | 2 |
| BIOL602 | Experimental Design | 3 |
| BIOL603 | Core Skills in Laboratory-Based Research | 2 |
| BIOL604 | Contemporary Topics in Biological Sciences | 3 |
Major Electives (12 Credits) 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL605 | Cellular and Molecular Biology Elective | 2 |
| BIOL606 | Recombinant DNA Technology Elective | 2 |
| BIOL609 | Agricultural Biotechnology Elective | 2 |
| BIOL610 | Medical Biotechnology Elective | 2 |
| BIOL611 | Techniques in Molecular Biology Elective | 2 |
| BIOL612 | Bioinformatics Elective | 2 |
| BIOL615 | Genomics and Transcriptomics Elective | 2 |
| BIOL622 | Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine Elective | 2 |
| BIOL624 | Forensic Biotechnology Elective | 2 |
Thesis (6 Credits) 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL699 | Thesis + Seminar | 6 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about M.Sc. in Biological Sciences
How many credit hours is M.Sc. in Biological Sciences at University of Nizwa?
M.Sc. in Biological Sciences at University of Nizwa requires completing 30 credit hours to graduate, spread across 14 courses.
How many years is M.Sc. in Biological Sciences at University of Nizwa?
The study plan for M.Sc. in Biological Sciences spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does M.Sc. in Biological Sciences award?
M.Sc. in Biological Sciences at University of Nizwa awards a Master's degree after completing 30 credit hours.
Is M.Sc. in Biological Sciences offered at other universities?
Yes, M.Sc. in Biological Sciences is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.