MS Physiology and Biophysics at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (Physiology and Biophysics track) provides a biomedical foundation for further professional education or careers in medicine and research. It prepares students for medical and dental programmes, research staff scientist positions in laboratories and industry, undergraduate college teaching, or PhD study. Training covers cellular and systems physiology, membrane biophysics, experimental design, data analysis and laboratory techniques, with emphasis on pathophysiology and clinical case-based learning.

Department: Department of Physiology and Biophysics | Duration: At least 30 credits (thesis MS) or 36 credits (research track); all requirements within three years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

All students complete a core in Physiology, Cellular Physiology and Biophysics, statistical and model-based analysis of physiological data, experimental techniques in systems physiology, journal club, seminar and responsible conduct of research. The standard thesis MS requires at least 30 credits and the research track requires 36 credits including 6 credits of dissertation research. Electives come from Physiology and Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cellular Biology and Pharmacological Sciences.

Career pathways

Medical or dental school, research staff scientist in laboratories and industry, undergraduate college teaching, or PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in the physical or biological sciences. Successful applicants have a GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher with emphasis on major coursework. GRE not required but a strong score is viewed positively. Non-native English speakers must show proficiency by TOEFL or IELTS. Three letters of recommendation on academic and research performance. Preference for previous research experience.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are for fall entry with funding consideration; deadlines and any other entry terms vary by program.

Graduate School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Applications are submitted online through the Slate portal. Minimum cumulative GPA 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; GRE scores are listed on the application checklist and three letters of recommendation are required. Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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