Program Overview
The MS in Anatomy program provides advanced knowledge and skills in anatomy, preparing students for further education in professional programs or research. Students can choose between a Thesis plan, which includes a research project, or a Non-Thesis plan, which focuses on enhancing anatomical knowledge for career decision-making. The program typically takes two years to complete and covers all subdisciplines of anatomy, with advanced classes in the student's area of specialization. Graduates are eligible for careers in teaching anatomy, health-related industries, or further education in professional programs.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Anatomy Master's Program prepares students for continuing their education in a professional degree program (such as MD, DDS, DPT) or for research in a PhD program. It also prepares graduates to teach Anatomy or pursue a career in a health-related industry. The MS in Anatomy suits students who seek a graduate degree in anatomy to fulfill a professional need or to enhance their anatomical knowledge to facilitate informed career decision-making.
Objectives:
- Equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in Anatomy.
- Prepare students for further education in professional programs or research.
- Develop students' research abilities through a thesis project (Thesis plan).
- Enhance students' understanding of anatomy to support informed career decisions (Non-Thesis plan).
Program Description:
The MS in Anatomy requires 30 graduate credit hours, and students can choose between two plans:
- Thesis: Requires a research project.
- Non-Thesis: Does not require a research project. The program typically takes two years to complete. Students complete coursework in all subdisciplines of anatomy (Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Neuroanatomy, and seminars). They also take advanced classes in their area of specialization, including anatomy, other basic medical sciences, and other areas of interest. Thesis master's students additionally complete a research project.
Outline:
Program Content and Structure:
- Coursework in all subdisciplines of anatomy: Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Neuroanatomy, and seminars.
- Advanced classes in the student's area of specialization, including anatomy, other basic medical sciences, and other areas of interest.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Further education in professional programs (e.g., MD, DDS, DPT)
- Research in a PhD program
- Teaching Anatomy
- Careers in health-related industries
Opportunities and Outcomes:
- International graduates are eligible for three (3) years of work permission in the United States through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Additional Information:
- Students enrolled in both professional school and graduate school must pursue the Thesis plan.
