Mar 28, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Biomedical Sciences, MS


Program Director: Richard A. Franklin (5N96D Brody School of Medicine; 252-744-2705; 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.

Degree Pathways and Option


Select one of the following degree pathways or the neuroscience option:

1. Post-Bachelor’s Pathway - 38 s.h.


The curriculum for students entering with a bachelor’s degree consists of a minimum of 38 s.h. as follows:

2. Post-MD or Currently Enrolled in Medical School Pathway - 24 s.h.


The curriculum for post-MD or students currently enrolled in medicial school consists of 24 s.h. as follows:

b. Thesis - maximum of 6 s.h.


c. Electives - 2 s.h.


Electives must be approved by the program director and be at the 6000 or 7000 level.

3. Neuroscience Concentration Degree Option - 39 s.h.


The curriculum for students selecting the neuroscience concentration degree option is a minimum of 39 s.h. as follows: