Graduate Program

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The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) is dedicated to preparing the next generation of scientists, researchers, educators, and leaders in the biological sciences. Our programs provide rigorous academic training with advanced research experiences and individualized mentorship. 

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Office of Graduate Studies 

Graduate students work alongside faculty conducting innovative research where they will develop the critical thinking skills necessary to address complex scientific challenges. Through opportunities for collaboration students gain experiences that prepare them for careers in academia, government, industry, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations.

Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Integrative Biology

The Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Integrative Biology is designed to foster the development of technical and analytical skills used in existing and emerging fields of discovery. This program emphasizes learning and teaching about the interactions, across all scales, among humans and other diverse organisms in a range of environments.

Our principal investigators are world class scholars who utilize their graduate reserachers to expand the impact of their work beyond the laboratory.  Students will find opportunities to engage in international collaborations, field based research, and outreach initiatives on a local to a global scale. As a student in our programs your training will prepare you for contribution to the fundamentals of scientific discovery.
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Master of Science (M.S). in Conservation Biology

Created as a direct response to the crisis of biodiversity loss, the Master of Science in Conservation Biology is offered through the St. Petersburg campus.

What Sets USF Integrative Biology Apart?
  • Research-Driven Training with opportunities to work on cutting-edge scientific projects
  • Dedicated Faculty Mentorship that supports academic, professional, and career development
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration across biological, environmental, and health-related fields
  • Global and Community Engagement through international experiences and outreach activities
  • Career Preparation for academic, government, industry, and nonprofit sectors
  • Real-World Impact through research that addresses pressing biological and environmental challenges
  • Graduate Student Outcome

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Office of Admissions 

Our graduates leave USF equipped with the knowledge, research experience, and professional skills needed to make meaningful contributions to science and society. Whether pursuing careers in research, teaching, conservation, biotechnology, policy, or advanced professional roles, they are prepared to lead in a rapidly evolving scientific world.

Master of Science (M.S). in Biology

The Master of Science in Biology and the Doctor of Philosophy in Integrative Biology are offered at the Tampa campus in three areas of concentration: Ecology and Evolution, Environmental and Ecological Microbiology, and Physiology and Morphology.

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