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2023-2024 University of Wyoming Catalog 
    
2023-2024 University of Wyoming Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Entomology, M.S.


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The M.S. program is geared toward teaching graduate students the tools necessary to conduct robust scientific research. Entomology graduate students study a variety of scientific issues related to insects across the globe.

Plan A (Thesis)


The master of science degree normally is offered under Plan A which requires at least the university minimum degree requirements and an oral examination.

Plan B (Non-thesis)


Requires 30 hours of graduate credit to include 9 hours of required courses, 11 hours of required electives, and 10 hours of other electives.

Plan B project - follows format of Plan A thesis.

A Plan B master of science will be a terminal degree program in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management. Students completing this option will not qualify for a subsequent Ph.D. program in Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at the University of Wyoming.

Additional Requirements


This program requires 30 credit hours (at least 12 from Entomology) approved by the student’s graduate advisory committee and an approved research plan.  

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