Master of Science in Physiology

CIP Code

26.0901

30-31 credits

Includes both graduate course work in physiology and extensive research experience culminating in a research thesis. It is designed to prepare students for further study at the doctoral level, but graduates may also find employment in biomedical laboratories.

Degree requirements

CHEM 563	Principles of Biochemistry 1	3
CHEM 564	Principles of Biochemistry 2	3
PHYS 585	Research Techniques in Physiology	3
THES 698	Thesis	1 TO 6

3 credits from

PHYS 511	Endocrinology	3
PHYS 513	Renal Physiology	3
Total Credits:		3

3 credits from

PHYS 514	Cardiovascular Physiology	3
PHYS 520	Neuroscience	3
Total Credits:		3

3-4 credits from

ANAT 525	Human Embryology and Histology	4
PHYS 590	Advanced Topics in Physiology	1 TO 3
Total Credits:		3-4

PHYS or ANAT electives

(excluding PHYS 640)

(at least 3 credits must be in physiology)

Total Credits:

3

General electives

Total Credits:

3

Total Credits: 30-31