分子生物学，细胞生物学和生物化学硕士（MCBB）旨在通过课程工作，研讨会和研究为这三个及相关交叉学科领域提供坚实的基础。该计划以论文为高潮，论文既可以基于研究，也可以基于文献。基于研究的论文基于在教师实验室中进行的原始研究。基于文献的论文包括在教职人员的监督下对确定的科学领域的全面回顾。该计划的主要目标是推动学生进入生物技术和制药行业的成功研究事业。该计划接受具有相关学科学位的本科后申请人，这些学科的重点是生物学，化学，生物技术，生物化学或相关领域。
The Master of Arts in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, & Biochemistry (MCBB) program at Boston University delves into the intricate workings of life at the cellular and molecular level. This interdisciplinary program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of these fundamental biological fields, preparing them for careers in research, biotechnology, or related professions. It caters to individuals with a strong foundation in biology and a desire to explore living organisms.<br><br>Degree requirements: To earn a MA in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, & Biochemistry (MCBB) from Boston University, students must complete a total of eight courses (32 credits). Core coursework covers foundational areas such as biochemistry, molecular biology, and advanced cell biology. Students also select elective courses to deepen their knowledge in specific areas of interest. The program culminates in either a scholarly review paper or a research thesis, allowing students to demonstrate their mastery of the field through in-depth analysis or original research.<br><br>The Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry (MCBB) Program offers two paths to the MA degree: the MA with Scholarly Review Paper and the MA with Research Thesis, both designed to provide a solid foundation in these three interdisciplinary fields through coursework, seminars, and research.<br><br>The program culminates with a thesis, which can be either research-based or literature-based. Research-based theses are founded on original research performed in a faculty member's laboratory. Literature-based theses comprise a comprehensive review of a defined scientific field, as supervised by a faculty member. The primary goal of the program is to propel students into successful research careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. The program accepts post-bachelor's applicants with degrees in related disciplines where the focus has been on biology, chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry, or a relevant field.<br><br>MA students must complete the degree within three years, though most of our students complete this within 2 years. PhD students must complete the degree within seven years, though most of our students complete this within 5-6 years.