A minimum of 45 units is required for the M.S. degree, as detailed in the table below. Two options, a research track and a course work track, are available. Students must maintain a G.P.A. of at least 3.0. Students must adhere to all University and program policies as published in the Student Handbook, University CATALOG, or Student Guide. Policies and requirements are subject to change.
| Basic science core | ||
| IBGS 501 | Biomedical Communication and Integrity | 2 |
| IBGS 502 | Biomedical Information and Statistics | 2 |
| Major | ||
| ANAT 516 | Neuroscience GS | 6 |
| ANAT 541 | Gross Anatomy GS | 7 |
| ANAT 542 | Cell Structure and Function GS | 7 |
| ANAT 544 | Human Embryology Lecture | 2 |
| Seminars | ||
| IBGS 604 | Introduction to Integrative Biology Presentation Seminar | 1 |
| IBGS 607 | Integrated Biomedical Graduate Studies Seminar 1 | 0 |
| Religion | ||
| RELT 617 | Seminar in Religion and the Sciences | 3 |
| Degree completion options | 15 | |
| Course work track: | ||
ANAT___ | Anatomy/Embryology electives (15 units) | |
| Research track: | ||
| Research (14 units) | ||
| Integrative Biology Presentation Seminar (1 unit) | ||
| Total Units | 45 | |
| 1 | Registration and attendance required every quarter in residence, but units do not count toward total required for graduation. |
Noncourse requirements
Course work option: a comprehensive written examination over the graduate course work in lieu of writing a thesis.
Research option: pass an oral examination given by student's graduate guidance committee after the thesis has been completed.
Normal time to complete the program
Two (2) years, based on full-time enrollment; part time permitted