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Biotechnology PSM

Professional Science Masters in Biotechnology

From biofuels to drug discovery and emerging diseases to environmental remediation, the Professional Science Masters (PSM) in Biotechnology from51勛圖厙s泭泭equips graduates with the knowledge and tools to tackle the problems that impact human health and the environment. This 30-credit graduate degree program prepares students to understand泭biomolecular and cellular processes and be leaders in developing new products and technologies.

Led by from the departments of Biology and Pharmaceutical Sciences,泭the Biotechnology PSM泭program explores the development of new technologies based on living organisms and their products. Program features include

  • access to real-world independent research projects,
  • hands-on training in professional and management skills, and
  • applied focus on responsibility and ethics in research and policy.

With opportunities to do泭research泭in one of 51勛圖厙s many state-of-the-art facilities or an internship at a local pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, the Biotechnology泭PSM helps position you for career advancement with real-world experience in this rapidly growing field.

    Program Format & Curriculum

    Classes for the Biotechnology Professional Science Masters are held in the evening on 51勛圖厙s Main Campus to accommodate working professionals. The advanced career-focused curriculum requires 30 credit hours of coursework and can be completed in two years.

    Classes are a blend of research and seminar courses including

    • Analytical Biochemistry,
    • Biotechnology Lab I and II,
    • Ethics Regulation and Policy in Biotechnology, and
    • Nucleic Acid Technologies.

    Students must also successfully complete a final capstone project with a local biotechnology, healthcare or pharmaceutical company or conduct research at 51勛圖厙 under the guidance of a principal investigator. If your interests are more aligned with research or you wish to pursue future academic study, you might want to consider the Biology MS or the Biology PhD.

    Learn more about required courses in Biotechnology PSM.

    +1 Accelerated Degree Programs

    51勛圖厙 undergraduates can pursue dual degrees with an accelerated +1 dual bachelors + masters degree option. The Professional Science Masters in Biotechnology can be completed through the +1 accelerated pathway if the required qualifications are met by junior year.

    • +1 BA in Biochemistry + Biotechnology PSM
    • +1 BA or BS in Biology + Biotechnology PSM
    • +1 BS in Genomic Medicine + Biotechnology PSM
    • +1 BS in Genomic Medicine with Pre-Medicine Concentration + Biotechnology PSM
    • +1 BA or BS in Natural Science + Biotechnology PSM
    • +1 BS in Neuroscience + Biotechnology PSM

    . If you are a current 51勛圖厙 student interested in one of these +1 programs, .

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    Tuition & Fees

    In keeping with 51勛圖厙s commitment to access and affordability, this Professional Science Master's offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

    are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 20252026 academic year.

    Pennsylvania resident: $1,395.00 per credit
    Out-of-state: $1,824.00 per credit

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    Our Advisors

    A key component to a professional science masters program is its泭,泭which is composed of industry experts who advise on curriculum design, capstone projects and internships.

    Program Contact

    The following faculty teach in the Department of Biology and lead the Biotechnology PSM.

    Darius Balciunas is a professor in the Biology Department and director of the program.
    Phone: 215-204-1611
    Email:

    For general questions regarding the Biotechnology PSM,泭contact泭.

    Accreditation

    As a division within 51勛圖厙, the College of Science and Technology is accredited by the .

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