Professional Science Master's Degree in Biotechnology
Cutting-edge research. Hands-on science. A competitive career starts here with a Professional Science Master's in Biotechnology.
The Professional Science Master’s in Biotechnology at Saint Mary’s offers students an elevated education with real-world impact. You’ll grapple with complex business and technology issues in innovative ways, learning through hands-on research that takes you from theory to practice—all shaped by actual leaders in the industry to guarantee relevance and success.
Our program is intended for both recent graduates and working professionals with weekday courses offered remotely in the evenings and a day of classes held in-person in Moraga on Saturdays, giving students the flexibility to maintain personal and professional commitments while also providing them opportunities to bond with cohort members and faculty in our impressive on-campus facilities at Saint Mary's.
Our new cohorts begin every year in Fall and applications for a 2025 start are officially open. Our Fall 2025 Priority deadline, intended for those looking to be considered for additional funding opportunities and prospective International students, is Friday, February 7th, 2025 with our General deadline falling on Friday, June 27th, 2025.
What is the PSM in Biotechnology?
How many years for a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology?
Saint Mary's PSM in Biotechnology is a two-year program designed for working professionals culminating in a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology degree upon graduation. The courses offer flexible scheduling options and small class sizes with cohort-style learning that encourages networking and support systems. Students gain hands-on experience in our industry-standard laboratories, tailored courses on the business of biotechnology, and an internship with Bay Area industry leaders in the final semester.
Supercharge Your Future
There’s more than business savvy and molecular biology here—our Masters Degree in Biotechnology curriculum explores the human side of biotechnology with careful consideration of legal, social, and ethical issues for a truly holistic understanding of the field. Check out an in-depth look at our curriculum plan here.
With a curriculum designed for both recent graduates and working professionals already in the life sciences or looking to transition into the industry, Saint Mary's understands the importance of respecting the time of our students. As such, our program is totally hybrid with evening remote classes held during the week alongside in-person lectures and labs on Saturdays. As we begin with our third cohort of scientists, we find that this model is perfect for balancing time commitments in the Bay Area while also staying true to the close-knit, student-focused nature of Saint Mary's College.
We’re committed to keeping the Masters Degree in Biotechnology accessible. Between FAFSA, teaching and research assistantships, and graduate scholarships for both need and merit, there’s support for every endeavor at Saint Mary’s. Learn more about Tuition & Graduate Financial Aid.
Our nationally-renowned faculty are deeply invested in student success, using their research acumen and professional experience to support and elevate you during the Masters Degree in Biotechnology and into your career afterward.
What can I do with a PSM in Biotechnology?
The Master’s Degree in Biotechnology activates your career—wherever you choose to go with it. PSM graduates go on to work with industry leaders in biotech as scientists, project managers, and more, while others continue as research associates, business-research liaisons, or interface with the public as sales specialists.
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Whether you’ve got a bachelor’s in a biotech-adjacent field or just a strong background in science, Saint Mary's Master’s Degree in Biotechnology degree is right for you!
Saint Mary's PSM in Biotech program begins new cohorts during the Fall semester. Prospective students are still encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to ensure timely application review and processing.
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The PSM in Biotechnology Advisory Board
This is a program for the real world, shaped by the real world. Our advisory board is made up of distinguished Bay Area professionals, whose expert guidance of the Master’s Degree in Biotechnology ensures the program has an impact that exceeds expectations for graduates and the industry alike.
SCHOOL AND DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Vidya Chandrasekaran, Ph.D.
Program Director, PSM in Biotechnology
vc5@stmarys-ca.edu
925-631-4251
Collin Skeen
Assistant Director of Admissions and Recruitment
cas38@stmarys-ca.edu
925-631-4190