Applied Genomics (MS)
The Master of Science in Applied Genomics is a professional science master’s program designed to take advantage of the rapidly advancing area in genomics and train students for employment in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, government, and academic sectors. This is achieved by combining coursework with advanced laboratory training and internships.
Requirements
At least 33 credits of course work, an internship and passing an exit examination. Credits are selected from an approved menu of courses as follows: 18 credits in conceptual course options, eight credits in practical coursework (laboratory or research experience) and seven credits in professional master’s cohort courses (communication skills, Frontiers seminars, business practices, internship). In special circumstances the Advisory Committee may waive some of these requirements.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual Course Options | ||
| Select a minimum of 18 credits from the following: | 18 | |
| Cancer Cell Biology and Genetics | ||
| Basic Immunology | ||
| Developmental and Regenerative Biology | ||
| Forensic Application of DNA Science | ||
| Biosynthesis of Nucleic Acids and Proteins | ||
| Virology | ||
| Current Topics in Cell and Developmental Biology | ||
| Genetic Engineering and Functional Genomics | ||
| Genome Dynamics and Epigenetics | ||
| Problems in Genetics of Eukaryotes | ||
MCB 5454 | ||
MCB 5471 | ||
| Mechanisms of Bacterial Pathogenicity | ||
| Special Topics in Molecular and Cell Biology (when taught as Concepts of Genetic Analysis) | ||
| MCB Research in Progress | ||
| Population Genetics | ||
| Phylogenetics | ||
| Evolution | ||
| Seminar (when taught as Inherited Metabolic Disorders) | ||
PHAR 4000 | ||
| Advanced Pharmacology I: Basic Principles | ||
| Advanced Pharmacology II: Drug Disposition | ||
| Advanced Toxicology | ||
PHAR 6484 | ||
| Stem Cell Biology | ||
| Membrane Transport in Health and Disease | ||
| Investigation of Special Topics in Physiology and Neurobiology | ||
| Biotechnology - Science, Application, Impact, Perception | ||
| Introduction to Applied Statistics | ||
| Analysis of Experiments | ||
Another course with prior approval from the Applied Genomics Program Director | ||
| Practical Coursework Options | ||
| Select a minimum of eight credits from the following: | 8 | |
| Laboratory Techniques in Functional Genomics | ||
| Analysis of Eukaryotic Functional Genomic Data | ||
| Theory and Practice of Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology | ||
| Advanced Theory and Practice of Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology | ||
| Applied Bioinformatics | ||
| Research | ||
Another course with prior approval from the Applied Genomics Program Director | ||
| Professional Master's Cohort Options | ||
| A minimum of seven credits. These must include: 1 | ||
| MCB 5490 | Industrial Insights | 1-2 |
| MCB 5491 | Professional Development Seminar (two credits) | 2 |
| MCB 5900 | Professional Writing and Communication Skills | 1 |
| Internship 2 | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 33-34 | |
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Other possible classes include MCB 5910 Responsible Conduct in Research; MCB 5080 Frontiers in Microbiology; or another course with prior approval from the Applied Genomics Program Director.
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e.g. GRAD 5930 Full-Time Directed Studies (Master's Level)
Note: Only six credits total of 3000 and 4000 level courses may be applied to the graduate degree.