Saint Louis University's Master of Arts in Biology is designed to prepare graduates for further training or for careers in academic, private or government sectors.<br>The program emphasizes coursework and does not require a thesis.<br>Students applying generally desire to broaden their knowledge or become more competitive in seeking employment or gaining admission into a health science program (medical school, dentistry school, etc.).<br>In addition to the M.A. in Biology, SLU also offers an M.S. in Biology that offers experience in laboratory research, including experimental design, interpretation of data and scientific writing. For those who want to continue their studies after completing the M.A., Saint Louis University's Department of Biology also offers a Ph.D. in Biology. <br>Biology students at Saint Louis University have access to excellent facilities on campus and at the University's Reis Biological Station. Collaborations with neighboring institutions such as Washington University in St. Louis, University of Missouri-St. Louis, Missouri Botanical Garden, Saint Louis Zoo and Danforth Plant Science Center further expand possibilities for research and learning.<br>The M.A. in Biology requires at least 30 post-baccalaureate credits. Coursework may be chosen from a wide variety of fields, including cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, geographic information systems, ecology, evolution and botany.