Medical Science, M.S.
Department Chair: Dale Connally
Program Director: Jacob Brewer
The Master of Science (MS) program in Medical Science is a specialized master’s program designed to prepare graduates to pursue further academic training in medicine, dentistry, other professional health schools, or doctorates in medical science by completing a rigorous combination of multidisciplinary courses. The MS Medical Science program is designed to elevate student’s qualifications for professional programs. This program will also create a pipeline for quality students at Baylor to matriculate into other professional programs offered here at Baylor University (i.e. OTD, DPT, etc.).
Admission Requirements
Students may have a bachelor’s degree in any field but must include typical science courses. A strong science background is encouraged. The program will not fulfill undergraduate medical-based professional school prerequisites. Prior to admission, applicants must have completed the following pre-requisite courses, all with grades of a C or better.:
- General Biology I & II
- General Chemistry I & II
- General Physics I & II
- Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry (Exception to pre-PT and pre-OT)
- Physics I & II
- Statistics
- Anatomy & Physiology I & II
Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The applicant will be notified to record a video interview if meeting the minimum criteria.
Standardized test scores (optional): GRE or MCAT or DAT
Personal Statement – one page statement that highlights your strength as an applicant, motivation for this program, and relevant extracurricular activities
2 letters of recommendation (one from a science faculty member). Applicants who have previously applied to medical school may use the same documents to apply to this program.
The one-year MS in Medical Science program will be a minimum of 32-33 credit hours and will be a non-thesis program with three-term admission cycle (Spring, Summer, Fall) to accommodate different start date of medical-based professional schools.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required STEM Coursework | ||
| MSMS 5430 | (Cardiopulmonary Physiology) | 4 |
| MSMS 5300 | (Medical/Biostatistics) | 3 |
| MSMS 5500 | (Advanced Human Anatomy) | 5 |
| MSMS 5220 | (Pathophysiology) | 2 |
| MSMS 5350 | (Pharmacology) | 3 |
| Additional STEM Coursework (only for pre-med and pre-dent) | ||
| MSMS 5341 | (Principles of Biochemistry) | 3 |
| MSMS 5401 | (Microbiology & Immunology) | 4 |
| Other Required Coursework: | ||
| MSMS 5201 | Introduction to Clinical Research & Evidence-based Decision Making (Intro to Clinical Research & Evidenced Based Decision Making) | 2 |
| MSMS 5202 | (Intro to Physical Exam Skills & Patient Communication) | 2 |
| MSMS 5250 | Medical Ethics from a Christian Perspective (Medical Ethics from a Christian Perspective) | 2 |
| MSMS 5260 | (U.S. Health Industry & Health Disparities in the United States) | 2 |
| MSMS 5100 | (Seminar) | 1 |
| Electives (6-7 hrs for non pre-medical and pre-dental): | ||
MSMS 5425 | (Physiology of Human Visceral Systems) | |
MSMS 5335 | (Neuromuscular Physiology) | |
MSMS 5355 | (Anatomy of Head and Neck) | |
MSMS 5306 | (Anatomical Kinesiology) | |
MSMS 5307 | (Biomechanics) | |
| Total | 33 | |
Degree Plan
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Hours | |
| MSMS 5300 | Medical/Biostatistics | 3 |
| MSMS 5430 | Cardiopulmonary Physiology | 4 |
| MSMS 5201 | Introduction to Clinical Research & Evidence-based Decision Making (Intro to Clinical Research & Evidenced Based Decision Making) | 2 |
| MSMS 5202 | Intro to Physical Exam Skills & Patient Communication | 2 |
| Hours | 11 | |
| Summer Semester | ||
| MSMS 5500 | Advanced Human Anatomy | 5 |
| MSMS/BIO 5220 | Pathophysiology | 2 |
| MSMS/BIO 5341 | Principles of Biochemistry or Elective | 3 |
| Hours | 10 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| MSMS 5350 | Pharmacology | 3 |
| MSMS 5250 | Medical Ethics from a Christian Perspective (Medical Ethics from a Christian Perspective) | 2 |
| MSMS 5260 | U.S. Health Industry & Health Disparities in the United States | 2 |
| MSMS/BIO 5401 | Microbiology & Immunology or Elective | 4 |
| MSMS 5100 | Seminar | 1 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 33 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Electives | ||
| MSMS 5425 | (Physiology of Human Visceral Systems) | 4 |
| MSMS 5335 | (Neuromuscular Physiology) | 3 |
| MSMS 5355 | (Anatomy of Head and Neck ) | 3 |
| MSMS 5306 | (Anatomical Kinesiology) | 3 |
| MSMS 5307 | (Biomechanics) | 3 |