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Biomedical Sciences - Neurosciences - M.S.

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences-Neurosciences offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines classroom instruction with research opportunities, preparing you for a rewarding career in neuroscience research or academia. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and a commitment to excellence, Kent State's program is the perfect launchpad for your career in this exciting field.

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Master's Degree in Neurosciences

Advance your knowledge of the brain and nervous system with Kent State’s Master of Science degree in Neurosciences. Engage in specialized coursework and research on topics such as addiction, neurodegeneration, developmental neuroscience, and motor skills. This program is designed to enhance your research skills and scientific understanding, preparing you for careers in neuroscience research, teaching, and related fields focusing on neurological function and disorders.

Program Information for Biomedical Sciences - Neurosciences - M.S.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences–Neurosciences is offered in consortium with the Cleveland Clinic and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). The program allows students to complete research projects under the guidance of a neuroscience faculty member at Kent State University and faculty from the other two institutions.

Students complete a common set of core courses that cover fundamental principles in neuroscience and professional skills development. Students also complete elective courses tailored to their chosen subdiscipline. Areas of research focus on the neurosciences include behavioral neuroscience, sensory neuroscience, developmental neuroscience and neurodegenerative diseases.

Admissions for Biomedical Sciences - Neurosciences - M.S.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Strong academic background sufficient to take graduate-level coursework in the curriculum (strong background in cell biology is recommended)
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Goal statement indicating the applicant's interests in neuroscience, research experience and fit with the program
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Application deadline: November 15

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
  3. Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
ANTH 68637BIOANTHROPOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS I 4-5
or BSCI 60104 BIOLOGICAL STATISTICS
BMS 60110CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR LIFE SCIENTISTS 2
BMS 60120LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 2
BMS 61000RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH 1
BMS 61001INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 1
Graduate Electives Approved by Thesis Committee4-8
Neuroscience Electives, choose one track from the following:8-11
Track One
BMS 60462
& BMS 60729
NEUROBIOLOGY: SYSTEMS AND BEHAVIOR
and CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE
Track Two
BMS 60200
FOUNDATIONS OF NEUROSCIENCE
Choose two from the following:
BMS 50703
NEURAL MECHANISMS OF LEARNING AND MEMORY
BMS 60462
NEUROBIOLOGY: SYSTEMS AND BEHAVIOR
BMS 60729
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE
BSCI 50147
DEVELOPMENTAL NEUROBIOLOGY
BSCI 50152
MOLECULAR MECHANISMS OF DISEASE: NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS
BSCI 50157
NEUROBIOLOGY OF DRUG ADDICTION
BSCI 50385
CURRENT TOPICS IN NEUROSCIENCE
BSCI 50429
NEURAL CONTROL OF REPRODUCTIVE FUNCTION
BSCI 50431
NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY
BSCI 50519
HORMONES AND BEHAVIOR
Culminating Requirement
BMS 60199THESIS I 6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:32

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Minimum 15 credit hours of overall credit hours must be letter graded (required and elective courses).
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Neuroscience Faculty

Find valuable information and the specialty areas of faculty who teach in the neuroscience program. 

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