University of Illinois Chicago Graduate College 7 courses
NOTE: The Master of Science in Neuroscience is for those currently holding an MD degree and completing a Psychiatry residency program at UIC. These master’s candidates will be supported from an NIMH Training Grant that is already in place at UIC that represents a specific initiative by the NIH to support the training of physician/scientists. No other candidates for the Master of Science degree will be considered. Applicants are considered on an individual basis. Transcripts of all undergraduate and any graduate work must be submitted. In addition to the Graduate College minimum requirements, applicants must meet the following program requirements:
• Minimum Semester Hours Required 32 beyond the baccalaureate • Coursework: Required Courses
All students must take or show proficiency in:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NEUS 403 | Human Neuroanatomy | 3 |
| GEMS 503 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| GEMS 504 | Research Methods I | 1-2 |
| NEUS 501 | Foundations of Neuroscience I | 3 |
| NEUS 502 | Foundations of Neuroscience II | 3 |
| NEUS 511 | Experimental Foundations of Psychopharmacology | 2 |
Remaining courses will be chosen depending upon the concentration selected by the student.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NEUS 595 | Neuroscience Journal Club | 1 |
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