Graduate Degree

Medical Neuroscience - Master of Science

Program:
Medical Neuroscience - Master of Science
Plan Code:
MDNEURO_MS
Program Level:
Graduate
Award Type:
Master of Science
College:
College of Natural Science
Department:
Neuroscience Program


Excerpt from the official Academic Programs Catalog:

Listed below are the approved requirements for the program from the official Academic Programs Catalog.
Students must consult their advisors to learn which specific requirements apply to their degree programs.


College of Natural Science

Interdepartmental Degree Programs

Graduate Study
Medical Neuroscience - Master of Science

The Master of Science degree in Medical Neuroscience is a fully online degree program that provides rigorous graduate-level training in human neuroscience, designed for individuals seeking career advancement, academic enhancement, or preparation for graduate and professional school. The program emphasizes both cellular/molecular and systems-level understanding of the nervous system in health and disease, and includes training in current topics in neuroscience research, neuroethics, and the social determinants of health.

This flexible program supports a wide range of learners—from those preparing for professional or doctoral programs to those transitioning into neuroscience-related careers or seeking advancement in biomedical or healthcare industries.

Admission

To be considered for admission to the Master of Science Degree in Medical Neuroscience, students must:
  1. 1. Have a bachelor’s degree in a biological science background or in another area with equivalent work experience.
  2. Have an undergraduate or graduate grade-point average or work experience that would indicate expected success in graduate school.
  3. Write a reflective essay describing how the master’s program will enhance their professional and personal development.
  4. Provide three letters of recommendation.
  5. Submit a CV or resume.
Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Medical Neuroscience

A total of 30 credits are required for the degree under Plan B (non-thesis). The program is available only online.
1. Both of the following foundational courses (6 credits):
NEU 848 Cellular and Molecular Medical Neuroscience 3
NEU 849 Medical Neuroscience Systems and Anatomy 3
2. All of the following courses (14 credits):
NEU 842 Neuroethics 3
NEU 846 Neurobiology of Nervous System Disorders 3
NEU 847 Development of the Nervous System 3
NEU 850 Neuroscience Seminar Series 3
NEU 891 Special Problems in Medical Neuroscience 2
NEU 850 is completed in three enrollments of 1 credit each.
3. One of the following options (3 or 4 credits):
a. NEU 845 Neuroscience of Drug Use and Human Disorders 3
b. PHM 819 Principles of Drug-Tissue Interactions 2
PHM 829 Neuropharmacology 2
c. PHM 431 Pharmacology of Drug Addition 3
4. One of the following courses (3 credits):
NUR 804 Statistics for the Healthcare Professional 3
PH 802 Biostatistics for Public Health 3
STT 421 Statistics I 3
Another statistics course may be used to fulfill this requirement with approval by the program director.
5. Complete 3 or 4 credits from the following:
BLD 830 Concepts in Molecular Biology 2
BMB 401 Comprehensive Biochemistry 4
LIN 463 Introduction to Cognitive Science 3
PH 803 Epidemiology and Public Health 3
PH 806 Environmental Factors of Health 3
PHM 817 Neurotoxicology 2
6. Successfully complete the Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research (RECR) year 1 modules and 6 hours of discussion-based (RECR) education.
7. Pass a final oral examination or evaluation.