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MS Medical Science at University of Vermont

University of Vermont, United States

Programme overview

The goal of the Master of Science in Medical Science Program is to provide a rigorous curriculum in the basic biomedical sciences that prepares students with the background knowledge and skills required to gain acceptance into and succeed in healthcare-related professional degree programs such as medical, dental, or pharmacy programs. The program offers a cohesive set of core courses in biomedical disciplines that together provide foundational understanding of human structure and function. Courses provide graduate-level training in biochemistry, cell biology, anatomy, and physiology as well as pharmacology and evidence-based medicine.

Department: Medical Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burlington, VT, United States

What you will study

UVM’s Master of Medical Science degree is a 30-credit program that is designed to be completed within 1 year (12 months). Students complete Core Course Requirements, 1 anatomy, 1 biostatistics, 1 pharmacology, and additional electives to complete the 30-credit program. The following cell biology course: The following pharmacology course:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College-wide: at least 2 letters of recommendation (individual programmes may require up to 3); applicants whose first language is not English need TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110 minimum; admission tests, GPA and other criteria vary by programme.

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 go through the UVM Graduate College online application; deadlines vary by programme. The application fee is $65 for master's and doctoral programmes, $25 for CAS applicants to select programmes, and $20 for a Certificate of Graduate Study. At least two letters of recommendation are required by the Graduate College.

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