The traditional Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences, Plan A is a research-based program and typically takes two to three years to complete. While less comprehensive than a Ph.D., students complete a meaningful and original research project, which culminates in writing and defending a thesis. This option is designed for motivated students who have the ability to develop critical thinking skills and conduct research in one of the three primary areas of study in our department: cardiovascular physiology, reproductive physiology, and neurobiology.
Students interested in graduate work should refer to the Graduate and Professional Bulletin. Visit the Department of Biomedical Sciences for more information.
Effective Fall 2021
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| GRAD 544 | Ethical Conduct of Research | 1 |
| STAR 511 | Design and Data Analysis for Researchers I | 4 |
| Select one group from the following: | 4-8 | |
Group A: | ||
| Mammalian Physiology I and Mammalian Physiology II | ||
Group B: | ||
| Mammalian Physiology I | ||
or BMS 501 | Mammalian Physiology II | |
| Select one from the following: | 2 | |
| Seminar: Biomedical Sciences | ||
| Seminar: Neurophysiology | ||
| Seminar: Reproductive Physiology | ||
| Selected Courses 1 | ||
| Molecular Genetics | ||
| Molecular Regulation of Cell Function | ||
| Developmental Neurobiology | ||
| Neuronal Circuits, Systems and Behavior | ||
| Neuroanatomy | ||
| Mechanisms of Hormone Action | ||
| Metabolic Endocrinology | ||
| Reproductive Physiology and Endocrinology | ||
| Research Techniques for Gametes and Embryos | ||
| Supervised College Teaching | ||
| Select one from the following: | 1-18 | |
| Independent Study: Developmental Anatomy | ||
| Independent Study: Microscopic Anatomy | ||
| Independent Study: Neuroanatomy | ||
| Independent Study: Radiographic Anatomy | ||
| Independent Study: Surgical Anatomy | ||
| Independent Study: Gross Anatomy | ||
| Thesis 1 | ||
| BMS 699 | Thesis | Var. |
| Program Total Credits: | 30 | |
A minimum of 30 credits are required to complete this program.
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Select enough credits with approval of advisor and graduate committee to bring the program total to a minimum of 30 credits.
For more information, please visit Requirements for All Graduate Degrees in the Graduate and Professional Bulletin.
Summary of Procedures for the Master's and Doctoral Degrees
NOTE: Each semester the Graduate School publishes a schedule of deadlines. Deadlines are available on the Graduate School website. Students should consult this schedule whenever they approach important steps in their careers.
Forms are available online.
| Step | Due Date |
|---|---|
| 1. Application for admission (online) | Six months before first registration |
| 2. Diagnostic examination when required | Before first registration |
| 3. Appointment of advisor | Before first registration |
| 4. Selection of graduate committee | Before the time of fourth regular semester registration |
| 5. Filing of program of study (GS Form 6) | Before the time of fourth regular semester registration |
| 6. Preliminary examination (Ph.D. and PD) | Two terms prior to final examination |
| 7. Report of preliminary examination (GS Form 16) - (Ph.D. and PD) | Within two working days after results are known |
| 8. Changes in committee (GS Form 9A) | When change is made |
| 9. Application for Graduation (GS Form 25) | Refer to published deadlines from the Graduate School Website |
| 9a. Reapplication for Graduation (online) | Failure to graduate requires Reapplication for Graduation (online) for the next time term for which you are applying |
| 10. Submit thesis or dissertation to committee | At least two weeks prior to the examination or at the discretion of the graduate committee |
| 11. Final examination | Refer to published deadlines from the Graduate School Website |
| 12. Report of final examination (GS Form 24) | Within two working days after results are known; refer to published deadlines from the Graduate School website |
| 13. Submit a signed Thesis/Dissertation Submission Form (GS Form 30) to the Graduate School and Submit the Survey of Earned Doctorates (Ph.D. only) prior to submitting the electronic thesis/dissertation | Refer to published deadlines from the Graduate School website. |
| 14. Submit the thesis/dissertation electronically | Refer to published deadlines from the Graduate School website |
| 15. Graduation | Ceremony information is available from the Graduate School website |