MS in Clinical and Translational Science

The NEW Master of Science Program in Clinical and Translational Science has just been approved and is matriculating students for the first class in September of 2009. Click here for the brochure.

The MS in Clinical & Translational Science is designed to train future team leaders in clinical and translational science research. The program consists of a combination of integrative didactic and hands-on educational experiences that will provide students with a global, yet detailed, perspective on the complex continuum of translating hypothesis-driven basic research findings into clinically useful and commercially viable tests or treatments. Graduates of the program will utilize the knowledge obtained to design and oversee programs, facilitate and manage collaborations, and lead research teams in clinical and translational research. The Master of Science degree in Clinical & Translational Science will be awarded by the UMDNJ- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

Curriculum

The curriculum is comprised of courses addressing fundamental aspects of basic, clinical, and translational research. These include state-of-the-art methodology for the design of basic science research and clinical trial protocols, Federal policies and regulations that address research with animals and human subjects, identifying and leveraging funding from public and private sources, especially for translational research, commercialization, and team leadership and management skills.

Multiple educational methods specifically tailored to suit particular programmatic goals and objectives will be used including didactic, evidence-based, team-based, as well as experiential learning.  The program will consist of 6 required courses, 2 electives, and a mentored thesis, totaling 30 credits. Classes will be offered primarily in the late afternoon or evening to accommodate working students. Students can complete the program requirements in one to two years, although this time frame may be extended for part-time students.

A certificate option is being developed, consisting of only the required courses, for those students who do not wish to participate in the mentored thesis component.

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Eligibility

The program is primarily intended for students with advanced science degrees, especially PhD, MD, PharmD, DO, DDS, DVM or other advanced degrees in health care related fields. Requirements are flexible in that relevant experience may substitute for the educational degree requirements. For information, contact the program at CTSMasters@umdnj.edu.

The MS in Clinical & Translational Science is offered as a dual degree option for RWJMS MD students, information is available via our FAQs. 

Tuition

Tuition for the program is $850.00 per credit for in-state residents and $950.00 per credit for out-of-state residents.

RWJMS medical students may be eligible for full- or partial-tuition scholarships. These students should indicate on their applications if they would like to be considered for the scholarship. Note that the applicants wishing to be considered for a scholarship are subject to an earlier application deadline.

Research Scientists (particularly at the PhD level) should contact their Human Resources department to determine if they are eligible for tuition assistance. UMDNJ employees may use the attached to apply for tuition assistance.

For information, contact CTSMasters@umdnj.edu or call (732) 418-8464.