Within our biology MS and PhD degrees, you may concentrate in an area where “biology intersects with society” – to learn how biosciences shape and are shaped by societal values and traditions. In this concentration, you can tailor your program to meet your specific interests, while at the same time, receive a solid life science foundation. The Biology and Society concentration draws from many areas to help you develop critical thinking and analytical skills. You may further specialize in one of three tracks: Bioethics, Policy, and Law (BPL) This track focuses on pressing moral, policy and legal issues raised by biosciences and biomedicine, and on the methods needed to address them. History and Philosophy of Science (HPS) This track focuses on the conceptual foundations of science, including the epistemological and methodological assumptions that shape science. Ecology, Economics, and Ethics of the Environment (4E) This track focuses on the theory and empirical methods for understanding, analyzing, and shaping policy that steer us toward a more productive, equitable and sustainable ecological future. Note: The biology subject GRE is not required, however, you must submit a writing sample and statement of interest relevant to this degree concentration.

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