VMS - Comparative Biosciences, MS
for the degree of Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Science - Comparative Biosciences
Applications for the VMS-Comparative Biosciences, MS are not accepted, students interested in admissions to Comparative Biosciences see the VMS-Comparative Biosciences, PhD
for the degree of Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Science - Comparative Biosciences
For additional details and requirements refer to the department's degree programs information and the Graduate College Handbook.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Student must select from one of the following courses with the advice of his/her dissertation committee: | 3-4 | |
| Introductory Biochemistry | ||
| Biochem & Phys Basis of Life (credits cannot be used towards degree) | ||
| Cellular Physiology | ||
| Sys & Integrative Physiology | ||
| Developmental Biology, Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine | ||
| Eukaryotic Cell Signaling | ||
| Advanced Biochemistry | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Biostatistics | ||
| Clinical Epidemiology | ||
| Applied Statistical Methods I | ||
or approved equivalent | ||
| CB 590 | Seminar | 1 |
| CB 591 | Biosciences Seminar Series (may be repeated for up to 2 hours of credit) | 1 |
| CB 592 | Special Problems (4 max applied toward degree) | 4 |
| Electives | 5-11 | |
| CB 599 | Thesis Research (min/max applied toward degree) | 12 |
| Total Hours | 32 | |
Other Requirements
| Other requirements may overlap | Students may be required to take additional courses as recommended by Advisory Committees or Department Divisions |
| Minimum Hours Required Within the Unit: | 8 (500 level) |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall: | 12 |
| Final Exam/Thesis Defense | Required |
| Thesis Deposit Required | |
| Minimum GPA: | 3.00 |
for the degree of Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Science - Comparative Biosciences
Graduates of CB M.S. program will be able to:
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of statistics, biochemistry/physiology and achieve a GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in the areas of his/her thesis research based upon their written thesis and oral communications
- Perform experiments and statistical analyses, and interpret the results in the context of the research question
- Communicate science and present research
- Teach students in a laboratory or classroom setting(optional)
for the degree of Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Science - Comparative Biosciences
Department of Comparative Biosciences
Department Head: Uwe Rudolph
Director of Graduate Studies: Megan Mahoney
Assistant Director of Graduate Studies: Juanmahel Davila
Comparative Biosciences website
Comparative Biosciences faculty
3519 Veterinary Medicine Basic Sciences Building, 2001 South Lincoln Avenue, Urbana, IL 61802
(217) 333-2506
Comparative Biosciences email
College of Veterinary Medicine
Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine: Peter D. Constable
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