M.S. Curriculum
Completion of the MS degree requires 33 graduate level credits and a research-based
thesis (23-28 credits in required courses, up to 6 credits in electives and 5-10 research
credits). The MS degree is typically completed in 3 semesters (1.5 years). An alternative
track involving a literature-based thesis is a second option (see ahead). In some
cases, we can offer a customized curriculum; please contact the Program Director to discuss this.
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| 1st Year, Fall | |
| HBH 501 Principles of Pharmacology | 4 |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| CHE 541 or MCB 520 Biochemistry | 3 |
| HBH 545 Lab Methods | 1 |
| HBH 599 Research | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
| 1st Year, Spring | |
| HBH 502 Advanced Pharmacology | 4 |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| HBH 656 Cell Biology | 4 |
| GRD 500 Integrity in Science | 1 |
| HBH 550 Statistics | 1 |
| HBH 599 Research | 1 |
| Total | 12 |
| 2nd Year, Fall | |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| Elective | 2 |
| HBH 599 Research | 6 |
| Total | 9 |
ELECTIVES - choose 1 to 6 credits in consultation with the Program Director
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MCB 657 Principles of Development | 3 |
| HBH 655 Neuropharmacology | 3 |
| MCB 503 Molecular Genetics | 3 |
| COM/JRN 501, 503 Foundations in Science Communicatione* | 1 each |
| HBH 506 Pharmacology Colloquium | 2 |
| HBY 501 Physiology* |
4 |
| HPH 566 Clinical Trials |
2 |
| MCB 517 Biomembranes |
1 |
| HBM 522 Biology of Cancer | 2 |
| *These are recommended electives for students considering an MS to PhD transition |
Final Written Thesis
At the beginning of their final semester of the program, students will select two
faculty as Readers to evaluate their written thesis. Faculty Readers must be approved
by the Program Director.
LITERATURE-THESIS-OPTION REQUIREMENTS:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| 1st Year, Fall | |
| HBH 501 Principles of Pharmacology | 4 |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| MCB 520 Graduate Biochemistry | 3 |
| HBH 545 Lab Methods | 1 |
| HBH 599 Research | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
| 1st Year, Spring | |
| HBH 502 Advanced Pharmacology | 4 |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| HBH 656 Cell Biology | 4 |
| GRD 500 Integrity in Science | 1 |
| HBH 550 Statistics | 1 |
| HBH 599 Research | 1 |
| Total | 12 |
| 2nd Year, Fall | |
| HBH 590 Seminar | 1 |
| Electives | 6-7 |
| HBH 599 Research | 1-2 |
| Total | 9 |
The non-thesis option requires a total of 33 graduate level credits and a culminating literature review thesis that must be developed in consultation with the Program Director. Additional approved elective credits are also required, and must be chosen in consultation with the Program Director.