Degree Plans
Our full-time students typically complete the program in two semesters. Part-time students may register for fewer than 12 credits per semester, and have up to three years to complete the program.
For course descriptions and elective options, visit our Courses page.
Our program charges a full-time, per-semester flat rate for students taking 12 credits or more in a semester, and a part-time, per-credit rate for students taking fewer than 12 credits.
Example 2-Semester Program: Standard MS
For course descriptions and elective options, visit our Courses page.
Fall
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| INNS 6000 Critical Readings in Neuro I | 1 |
| INNS 6300 Translational Neuroscience | 2 |
| INNS 6400 Experimental Approaches & Techniques | 2 |
| INNS 6500 Basic Neuroscience I | 4 |
| Fall Elective(s) | 6 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per-semester flat rate.
Apply for graduation in your second-to-last semester. Follow the Graduating Student Checklist.
Spring
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| INNS 6001 Critical Readings in Neuro II | 1 |
| INNS 6201 Imaging in Neuroscience | 2 |
| INNS 6501 Basic Neuroscience II | 4 |
| NSCI 6007 Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration | 3 |
| Spring Elective(s) | 5 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per-semester flat rate.
Follow the Graduating Student Checklist to receive your degree and attend Commencement with your class.
Example 2-Semester Program: Concentration in Biomedical Science Policy & Advocacy
The following is an example degree plan for full-time students in the Concentration in Biomedical Science Policy & Advocacy. Visit Concentrations FAQ for more information.
For course descriptions and elective options, visit our Courses page.
Fall
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| INNS 6000 Critical Readings in Neuro I | 1 |
| INNS 6300 Translational Neuroscience | 2 |
| INNS 6400 Experimental Approaches & Techniques | 2 |
| INNS 6500 Basic Neuroscience I | 4 |
| BSPA 6603 Science & Technology in the Global Arena | 4 |
| Fall Elective(s) | 2 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per-semester flat rate.
Apply for graduation in your second-to-last semester. Follow the Graduating Student Checklist.
Spring
| Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| INNS 6001 Critical Readings in Neuro II | 1 |
| INNS 6201 Imaging in Neuroscience | 2 |
| INNS 6501 Basic Neuroscience II | 4 |
| NSCI 6007 Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration | 3 |
| BSPA 7005 Science Diplomacy & World Health | 2 |
| BSPA 7907 Biomedical Science Policy and Advocacy Capstone Project | 3 |
| 15 Credits |
Students pay the per-semester flat rate.
Follow the Graduating Student Checklist to receive your degree and attend Commencement with your class.