Clinical Science
Master's Program: Overview
The Master of Science in Clinical Science (MSCS) provides formal training in the clinical sciences through theoretical and methodological coursework with application to a mini research project.
The purpose of the MSCS is to provide opportunities for rigorous advanced academic training and mentored research project experiences to medical and clinical trainees or faculty.
The MSCS will focus on both clinical and laboratory-based research and on translating these findings in a clinically-relevant manner to appropriate stakeholders in order to improve clinical care. Graduates of the program will possess skills in critical appraisal, research methodologies, and translational sciences.
Clinical Science MSCS Program Curriculum
| Required Core Courses | Credit Hours | Term* | |
|---|---|---|---|
BIOS 6601/6602 |
Applied Biostatistics I and Applied Biostatistics II |
6 |
F/SP |
CLSC 7101 |
Grant Writing I |
1 |
SP |
CLSC 7150 |
Ethics and Regulation in Human Subjects Research |
1 |
SP/SU |
CLSC 6260 |
Clinical Appraisal Seminars in Clinical Science |
1 |
F |
BIOS 6648 OR EPID 6626 |
Design of Clinical Trials and Experiments † (2 credits) OR Research Methods in Epidemiology (3 credits) |
1 |
SP |
EPID 6630 |
Epidemiology |
3 |
F |
Total Required Core Course Credits |
14-15 |
||
| Required Thesis/Research Hours | Title | Credit Hours | Term* |
|---|---|---|---|
CLSC 6699 |
Research in Clinical Science – Master Students |
Var |
All |
CLSC 6950 |
Masters Thesis |
Var |
All |
Total Thesis / Research Credits |
4-6 ‡ |
|
|
| Required Elective Courses | Credit Hours | Term* |
|---|---|---|
Elective Courses |
9 - 12 |
Var |
* The term(s) listed is when the course is normally offered. This is subject to change. Fa = Fall semester; Sp = Spring semester; Su = Summer session.
† BIOS 6648 is offered every other spring (even years)
‡ A minimum of 30 credit hours are required, of which no less than 4 and no more than 6 must be thesis/research hours.