Accelerated MS in Integrative Neuroscience

Highly motivated Georgetown BS in Human Science students can complete the requirements for the MS in Integrative Neuroscience in two semesters after completing the bachelor’s program.

Our master’s curriculum includes an extensive integrated overview of neuroscience, statistics, experimental design, and technical approaches.

Our graduates have a variety of career opportunities, including but not limited to the research industry, government agencies, education, and laboratories. We are dedicated to placing our students in their desired career field. Graduates can also continue their education with PhD and MD programs.

Application

HSCI students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the major are eligible for the accelerated master’s program. Apply to this program by October 1 of your junior year. Students who wish to apply should inquire with Sumaira Akber, Assistant Dean, School of Health.

For more information about our program and admissions, please contact us.

Timeline

Undergraduates start taking master’s courses in their senior year, earning the master’s degree in the fall after completing the Bachelor of Science.

Human Science Accelerated Master's Program Timeline. HSCI Junior Fall/Spring: Apply to M.S. program. HSCI Senior Fall: 2 HSCI core courses, 2 M.S. courses. HSCI Senior Spring: 2 HSCI core courses, 2 M.S. courses. M.S. Program Fall/Spring: Complete M.S. requirements.

Degree Plan

Senior – Fall

Course NameCredit(s)
HSCI 4972: Human Science Seminar/Capstone I3
HSCI 4510: Physiological Adaptations4
INNS 6500: Basic Neuroscience I4
11 Credits

Senior – Spring

Course NameCredit(s)
HSCI 4973: Human Science Seminar/Capstone II3
HSCI 3090: Immunology3
INNS 6501: Basic Neuroscience II4
INNS 6201: Imaging in Neuroscience2
NSCI 6007: Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration
or
INNS 9001: Research Practicum II
3-4
15-16 Credits

Master’s – Fall

Course NameCredit(s)
INNS 6000: Journal Club1
INNS 6300: Translational Neuroscience2
INNS 6400: Experimental Approaches & Techniques2
Electives
including INNS 9000: Research Practicum if you did not take INNS 9001 previously
11
16 Credits

Recommended electives include BSPA 6603: Science and Technology in the Global Arena, BSPA 6606: Public Policy for Scientists (Science Policy Concentration), and INNS 9000: Research Practicum (Research Concentration)

Master’s – Spring

Course NameCredit(s)
INNS 9000: Research Practicum (Research Concentration only)4
BSPA 7005: Science Diplomacy & World Health2
NSCI 6007: Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration
if not taken previously
3
2+ Credits

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