About This Program
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences-Physiology Interdisciplinary program offers a comprehensive education in physiology, anatomy and related fields, preparing you for a wide range of careers in industry, government and academia. With access to cutting-edge research facilities, experienced faculty and real-world opportunities, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to make an impact in this exciting field. Read more...
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Program Delivery
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
- Academic preparation adequate to perform graduate work in the desired field (recommended courses in chemistry, cell biology and physiology)
- Official transcript(s)
- Curriculum vitae/résumé is required starting with the fall 2024 admission term
- Goal statement that includes a description of the applicant's research experience, research interests and career goals
- Three letters of recommendation
- English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
- Minimum 600 TOEFL PBT score
- Minimum 100 TOEFL IBT score
- Minimum 85 MELAB score
- Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
- Minimum 68 PTE score
- Minimum 120 Duolingo English score
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester
- Application deadline: December 1
Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
- Seek employment after graduation in fields that reflect their area of training.
Full Description
The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences–Physiology Interdisciplinary prepares graduates in areas that include cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine and neuroendocrine, reproductive or exercise physiology. In this context, emphasis is placed on an integrative approach for both research and graduate education. As with other program areas, the Biomedical Sciences–Physiology Interdisciplinary major takes advantage of the latest molecular and cellular techniques to address questions related to human diseases.
The M.S. degree is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Faculty members are drawn from various departments at Kent State and the other two institutions. Although graduate work may be completed in any of the various research areas, faculty are listed in two general specializations: (1) environmental and comparative physiology and (2) cardiopulmonary and exercise physiology. Each specialization addresses different subject areas of physiology and each has an associated training faculty.
The degree program is research oriented and designed to provide students with a thorough grounding in physiological principles and techniques within several well-defined focus areas.
