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Curriculum

We aim to foster an exciting and challenging experience throughout the lifespan of our program and, in addition, we offer three research concentrations: cell biology, molecular biology and neuroscience. Our master's students attend courses alongside their doctoral classmates, preparing them for a smooth transition into the doctoral program.

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Foundation Courses

  • MCBN Foundations I
  • MCBN Foundations II

Skill Courses

  • Quantitative Methods
  • Scientific Writing

Focus Courses (must earn 2)

  • Advanced Emerging Topics in Biomedical Sciences
  • Antimicrobial Drugs
  • Biomolecular Interactions
  • Critical Readings in MCBN
  • Graduate Genetics
  • Immunology
  • Neuroanatomy
  • Neurophysiology 
  • Neuropharmacology & Behavior
  • Principles of Pharmacology
  • Research Topics in Neurobiology

Additional Required Courses

  • Responsible Conduct in Research training
  • Laboratory Rotations
  • Thesis Research/MS
  • MS Thesis Continuation