• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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Our M.S. program in human genetics prepares students for careers in research and teaching by developing their knowledge of the field and skills in laboratory techniques as well as writing, critical thinking, data interpretation, study design, and literature research. Many who graduate from our M.S. program work in academic, governmental or industrial research laboratories or teach at the high school or college level. Additionally, many of our graduates further their training by completing doctoral or other advanced degrees at VCU or other leading research-based institutions.

The M.S. degree requires at least two years of study for students entering with a B.S. or B.A. degree, and must be completed within five years.

Students working toward the M.S. degree focus on their coursework during the first year and then primarily focus on their original research project during the second year, although students enroll in courses and perform laboratory research during both years of M.S. training. Each student must conduct an original investigation under the supervision of an adviser, prepare a thesis reporting the results of their research project and analyze its significance in relation to existing scientific knowledge. Students are expected to develop knowledge of their chosen area of inquiry and a mastery of laboratory research skills to a level that makes them competitive for additional graduate training, a career in laboratory research, or a career in teaching.

Concentrations available

• Genomic Data Science
• Molecular Biology and Genetics

Curriculum

M.S. students in Human Genetics are trained to integrate existing fundamental knowledge with their own creative, novel research findings. The M.S. in Human Genetics curriculum helps students develop a solid background in the biomedical sciences through coursework in biochemistry, cell biology, statistics and scientific integrity. Additionally, students develop a broad knowledge base in the field of human genetics through introductory and advanced coursework that covers Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics, statistical genetics, genomics, disease pathogenesis and the study of complex disorders. A one credit course in clinical genetics is also part of the curriculum. Students also take two electives within their specific discipline of study and participate in journal clubs and seminars to learn to critically read the original scientific literature as well as develop skills in oral communication. To help students get started in the research component of their training, students perform small research projects during rotations in laboratories during their first year. Students choose a laboratory and a mentor for their M.S. research based on their rotations and then continue training with that mentor until completion of their thesis research project.

Genomic Data ScienceMolecular Biology and Genetics

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ School of Medicine

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Have an earned baccalaureate (or higher) degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school (e.g. ACEN, CCNE, CNEA). Have completed a minimum of three credit hours in statistics with a minimum grade of B.

课程信息

学制：全日制(At least two 年)

学费：US$24,741.00 (¥ 157,400) /年

开学时间：2022八月19日, 2022一月10日

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留学地点：School of MedicineVCU Medical Center,1201 E Marshall St,RICHMOND,Virginia,23298, United States