The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences, Plan B, Anatomical and Physiological Sciences Specialization, is a one-year, non-thesis, coursework-intensive program, with an emphasis on upper-division and graduate-level coursework in gross anatomy, physiology, and neurobiology. The program can be completed in one year, culminating in written comprehensive exams. It was created to provide increased academic strength to students who aspire to attend professional school; however, it also serves students pursuing various careers in the biomedical sciences by providing them a solid biomedical foundation which can be applied to many career paths. Students must choose one of the following options to focus their studies: human anatomy, neurobiology, or animal anatomy.
Students interested in graduate work should refer to the Graduate and Professional Bulletin. Visit the Department of Biomedical Sciences for more information.
Effective Fall 2018
Human Anatomy Option1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BMS 500 | Mammalian Physiology I | 4 |
| BMS 501 | Mammalian Physiology II | 4 |
| BMS 545 | Neuroanatomy | 5 |
| BMS 575 | Human Anatomy Dissection | 4 |
| BMS 610A | Managing a Career in Science: Survival Skills for Coursework (M.S.) | 1 |
| BMS 619 | Advanced Human Gross Anatomy | 2 |
| Electives 2 | 12 | |
| Program Total Credits: | 32 | |
Neurobiology Option1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BMS 500 | Mammalian Physiology I | 4 |
| BMS 503/NB 503 | Developmental Neurobiology | 3 |
| BMS 505/NB 505 | Neuronal Circuits, Systems and Behavior | 3 |
| BMS 545 | Neuroanatomy | 5 |
| BMS 610A | Managing a Career in Science: Survival Skills for Coursework (M.S.) | 1 |
| Electives 2 | 16 | |
| Program Total Credits: | 32 | |
Animal Anatomy Option1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BMS 500 | Mammalian Physiology I | 4 |
| BMS 501 | Mammalian Physiology II | 4 |
| BMS 531 | Domestic Animal Dissection | 3 |
| BMS 545 | Neuroanatomy | 5 |
| BMS 610A | Managing a Career in Science: Survival Skills for Coursework (M.S.) | 1 |
| BMS 633 | Domestic Animal Anatomy-Case Discussions | 2 |
| Electives 2 | 13 | |
| Program Total Credits: | 32 | |
Elective Courses2
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BC 351 | Principles of Biochemistry | 4 |
| BC 563 | Molecular Genetics | 4 |
| BC 565 | Molecular Regulation of Cell Function | 4 |
| BMS 420 | Cardiopulmonary Physiology | 3 |
| BMS 430 | Endocrinology | 3 |
| BMS 631 | Mechanisms of Hormone Action | 2 |
| BMS 632 | Metabolic Endocrinology | 2 |
| BMS 640 | Reproductive Physiology and Endocrinology | 4 |
| BMS 684 | Supervised College Teaching | 1-18 |
A minimum of 32 credits are required to complete this program.
- 1
Comprehensive exam required
- 2
Select courses with approval of advisor and graduate committee.
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 |