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Biotechnology—Graduate Programs
Earn your master’s degree or a graduate certificate from the University of Wisconsin.
- Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Bioinformatics
You’ll complete courses entirely online—an ideal format for busy professionals.
A bachelor’s degree is required for admission, however, exams, such as the GMAT or GRE, are not required.
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Be part of the exciting growth in biotechnology.
Every day, biotechnology is working to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems while moving forward with revolutionary solutions. The value biotechnology offers to the world through its continual development of useful products has fueled its growth, and employment and wage growth consistently exceeds other occupations.
Applied Biotechnology
Master's Degree
11 courses. 31 credits.
Whether your experience is in healthcare, agriculture, or industry—you’ll learn how to bring the best of biotech innovation to market. Specialization tracks: Business Management, Quality Assurance & Compliance, and Research & Development.
Applied Bioinformatics
Graduate Certificate
4 courses. 12 credits.
Learn how to process biological data from scientific research using computation and analysis tools. Gain proficiency in applied statistics, machine learning, data visualization, programming (Python, R), and other techniques.
Study online, anytime, while staying connected.
Access course content from any device
Zero on-campus meetings or requirements
No need to be online at a specific time for classes
Interact with faculty and fellow students via online discussion boards
A COLLABORATION OF THE UNIVERSITIES OF WISCONSIN
The Universities of Wisconsin is one of the largest and most widely respected public higher education systems in the country. UW campus partnerships combine the quality of a University of Wisconsin education with the flexibility of an online degree or certificate.
UW Applied Biotechnology programs are a partnership of
University of Wisconsin institutions offering the online Applied Biotechnology master’s degree and graduate certificates are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The programs have been approved by the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents.