Biomedical Sciences, MS

Program Director: Richard A. Franklin (4N84A Brody School of Medicine; 252-744-3305; franklinr@ecu.edu)

The Biomedical Sciences, MS is an interdisciplinary degree program administered by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies of the Brody School of Medicine (BSOM). This research-oriented master of science (MS) prepares students for employment in the biomedical industry or provides research training and experience for students interested in more advanced study leading to the doctor of philosophy (PhD) or doctor of medicine (MD) degrees.

The Biomedical Sciences, MS program has two degree pathways to obtain the degree. The post-bachelor’s pathway requires a minimum of 38 s.h. and the post-doctor of medicine (post-MD) or currently enrolled in medical school pathway requires a minimum of 24 s.h. The program also offers an option for students interested in pursuing a neuroscience concentration that requires a minimum of 39 s.h.

Each applicant must meet the admission requirements of the university, and make satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The GRE is not required for applicants enrolled in medical school or with a MD. Each entering student should consult the program director prior to the beginning coursework. Medical students require the permission of the dean of the BSOM to enroll in the master’s degree program.

In addition to coursework each student must complete a research-based thesis, a comprehensive defense of thesis proposal, a seminar based on thesis research, and a thesis defense.