Our Graduate Programs
The SFSU Department of Biology provides a rich academic experience for graduate students through hands-on mentored research training, peer collaboration and a rigorous curriculum focused on discussion-style courses and seminars.
Our graduate degree programs are designed to provide an effective springboard to professional careers in academic research, education, environmental consulting, governmental agencies, biotechnology, health professions and more.
SFSU is part of the Western Regional Graduate Program, allowing eligible, newly-enrolled graduate students to pay in-state (California resident) tuition rates. Learn more about the WICHE program here.
Graduate Programs
Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology
This program is designed for students preparing for further graduate work as well as those wishing to increase their competency in the fields of cell and molecular biology.
Master of Science on Integrative Biology
The Masters in Biology with a Concentration in Integrative Biology is designed for students aiming to go on to Ph.D. programs or enter the workplace in fields such as systematics, evolutionary biology, conservation biology, population genetics, genomics, taxonomy, biodiversity, and biogeography and/or community, population, reproductive, physiological, and evolutionary ecology.
Master of Science in Physiology and Behavioral Biology
The M.S. in Physiology and Behavioral Biology is designed to provide students with a broad foundation in physiological mechanisms driving animal behavior, across a wide range of contexts.
Master of Science in Biomedical Science: Concentration in Biotechnology
This program prepares students to pursue advanced academic training in life sciences while developing professional workplace skills.
Master of Science in Biomedical Science: Concentration in Stem Cell Science
This program prepares students to pursue advanced academic training in life sciences while developing professional workplace skills.