Biosystems Analytics & Tech (MS)

Master of Science in Biosystems Analytics & Technology

Master of Science

Coursework Location(s)

Main/Tucson

Areas of Interest

• Engineering & Technology
• Environment & Sustainability
• Agricultural Sciences
• Biological & Biomedical Science
• Computer & Information Science

Minimum Credit Units1

30 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Overview

The Master of Science program in Biosystems Analytics and Technology is intended for students with an undergraduate background in engineering, sciences, technology or analytics who are interested in pursuing careers as part of the fourth Industrial Revolution - the intersection of science, technology and analytics. You will learn foundational tools and develop your skills to meet technology and data challenges in areas such as precision agriculture, remote sensing, water management, statistical informatics, data mining and cyberinfrastructure development. The degree prepares you for rewarding and rewarding careers in agriculture and food sciences, governmental regulatory agencies, biotechnology and data science. The M.S. can be a path to a Ph.D.

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

Minimum graduate admissions requirements* for Master’s and Doctoral degree seeking:

1. An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
2. Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale for Degree seeking applicants.

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Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.

Program Statistics*

Program-level

Application Accept. Rate

20%

Avg. Time-to-degree

2.355 Years