Earn your biology BS and MS in an accelerated, international program
The Department of Biology provides access to DU's five-year Global Masters Scholars program, carried out in Denver over the first three years and at a partner university abroad for the final two years. Working with DU's Office of Internationalization, our faculty advises students through rigorous coursework, preparing them for research-focused experiences at home and overseas.
Currently, we have active partnerships with Lund University in Sweden and the University of Western Australia, with other opportunities abroad in development.
Eligibility
Applications to the Global Master's program are due October 15 each year.
To qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
Be working toward a bachelor's of science (BS) in biology.
Have a minimum 3.5 GPA at the time of application (October of sophomore year).
Maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA through their junior year until time of departure.
In addition, students must meet DU's standard study-abroad and exchange requirements. To find out if you are on the right path to qualify, contact our program faculty advisor Dr. Shannon Murphy.
Biological sciences faculty expertise at DU and Lund is naturally aligned in the areas of ecology, neuroscience, neurodegenerative disease, cancer, diabetes and aging.
December
Interview with Lund representatives via Skype.
January
Admission to the program announced via letter from DU's Office of Internationalization.
April
Assessment with biological sciences program faculty advisor and DU's academic advising office to finalize junior year class schedule, check general curriculum requirements and ensure student is on course to meet all requirements for major and minor degree options by the end of their junior year.
Go to the graduate admission application to submit your information. For information on admission requirements, visit the graduate academic programs page and locate your program of interest.
