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16 Master's degrees offered by the university
Plant Science
The Plant Science programme at Montana State University offers advanced research opportunities at both Master of Science and PhD levels. Students engage in full-time study within world-class laboratories, focusing on plant genetics and pathology. This degree provides expert training under award-winning researchers in Montana.
Microbiology and Immunology
The Microbiology and Immunology programme at Montana State University offers advanced research training in infectious diseases and cell biology. This postgraduate degree provides students with access to premier laboratories and expert mentorship. Study is conducted on-campus, focusing on high-impact genomic and molecular sciences.
Statistics
In the graduate Statistics program at Montana State University, master's students gain a solid background in the theory of statistics, as well as hands-on practice in applying statistical concepts to actionable problems. Master's candidates prepare for further graduate work or careers in academia, industry, business, or the government.
Mathematics
In the Mathematics graduate program at Montana State University, candidates work in a variety of areas, including real and complex analysis, applied mathematics/pure mathematics, and probability. The department is large enough to support a robust and research-active faculty, yet small enough to provide an intimate atmosphere that facilitates easy ideas exchange among faculty and graduate students.
Biochemistry
Biochemistry from Montana State University lets you conduct innovative research projects alongside world-class scholars in subject areas such as microbiological manipulations, spectroscopic techniques and mechanisms on the molecular level.
Microbiology and Cell Biology
At Microbiology and Cell Biology from Montana State University further your research acumen in microbiological and immunological subjects within world-class facilities and within the Yellowstone National Bark microbiome.
Optics and Photonics
Optics and Photonics from Montana State University lets you conduct innovative research projects alongside world-class scholars in subject areas such as remote sensing, laser engineering, lidar, signal processing and more.
Plant Pathology
The Plant Pathology programme at Montana State University offers advanced research training in plant health. This postgraduate degree provides students with hands-on laboratory experience and expert faculty supervision. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for professional careers or further doctoral education.
Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences from Montana State University covers a broad array of ecological topics and serves the needs of students whose thesis research addresses basic, fundamental ecological principles or of those conducting applied research not involving fish or wildlife management.
Science and Natural History Filmmaking
The Science and Natural History Filmmaking programme at Montana State University is a unique MFA degree designed for those with backgrounds in science or technology. This full-time course focuses on creating accurate and innovative media to advance public understanding of the natural world through creative storytelling.
Animal and Range Sciences - Animal Science
The Animal and Range Sciences - Animal Science programme at Montana State University offers advanced Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Students engage in full-time research across diverse agricultural disciplines. This programme provides high-level training in livestock production and biochemical sciences.
Physics
Physics from Montana State University lets you collaborate in groundbreaking research on projects that include astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, optical and quantum systems, gravity, solar physics, space physics, and more.
Science Education
Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies in Science Education at Montana State University allows science educators of all backgrounds to gain knowledge and competence in the science disciplines of their choice.
Entomology
The Entomology M.S. at Montana State University is a research-intensive programme designed for advanced study in insect science. This full-time degree allows students to conduct independent research within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, focusing on biodiversity and pest management to prepare for professional scientific careers.
Chemistry
Chemistry from Montana State University lets you conduct innovative research projects alongside world-class scholars in subject areas such as chemical synthesis, microbiological manipulations, chemical structure, spectroscopic techniques and mechanism on the molecular level.
Mathematics Education
Mathematics Education from Montana State University lets you further your pedagogical skills in the mathematics classroom by actively learning exciting new teaching strategies online, designed to fit into the schedules of working teachers already making a difference in the field.