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Twin Cities Campus
Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology and Genetics M.S.Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development TCBS
Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development TMED
Graduate School
Link to a list of faculty for this program.
Contact Information
MCDB&G Graduate Program, 6-160 Jackson Hall, 321 Church Street SE, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, 55455 (612-624-7470, fax: 612-626-6140)
Website: http://mcdbg.umn.edu
Along with the program-specific requirements listed below, please read the
General Information section of
this
website for requirements that apply to all major fields.
The MCDB&G MS degree offers genetic counseling track that integrates selected coursework with first-hand experience in diagnostic medical genetics laboratories and supervised work in clinical settings with patients and families. Students who pursue the track have the opportunity to participate in the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program.
The MCDB&G program also offers a joint JD/MS-MCDB&G degree with the University’s Law School, as well as an MS for MCDB&G doctoral students who wish to pursue an alternative or additional master’s credential.
Applications to a free-standing research MS degree are not accepted.
Program Delivery
Prerequisites for Admission
Genetic counseling track: http://cbs.umn.edu/genetic-counseling/admissions
Joint JD/MS: http://cbs.umn.edu/academics/departments/gcd/graduate/prospective
Special Application Requirements:
MS/genetic counseling track:
• Previous interaction with a practicing genetic counselor, in a clinical setting or other capacity is preferred
• Application deadline is December 1 for the following fall semester
Joint JD/MS:
• Previous research experience in an academic or industrial setting is required
• Course-related laboratory experience is required
• Demonstrated aptitude for basic science research is preferred
• Applications and admission to both the MSDB&G MS and the JD are required
• Application deadline for the MSDB&G MS is December 1 for the following fall semester
Applicants must submit their test score(s) from the following:
International applicants must submit score(s) from one of the following tests:
Key to test
abbreviations
(GRE, TOEFL, IELTS).
For an online application or for more information about graduate education admissions, see the
General Information section of this
website.
Program Requirements
Plan A: Plan A requires
20
major credits,
0
credits outside the major,
and
10
thesis credits.
The final exam is written and oral.
Plan B: Plan B requires
30 to 55
major credits and
0
credits outside the major.
The final exam is written and oral.
This program may not be completed with a minor.
Use of 4xxx courses toward program requirements is permitted under certain conditions with adviser approval.
A minimum GPA of 3.00
is required for students to remain in good standing.
Coursework (20 to 30 credits)
Required Coursework (3 credits)
Select 1 of the following courses. If GCD 8920 is selected, take Computational Genomics for 3 credits.
GCD 5005 - Computer Programming for Biology
(3.0 cr)
or
GCD 8920 - Special Topics
(1.0-4.0 cr)
Electives (17 to 27 credits)
Plan A students take 17 credits, and Plan B students not pursuing the genetics counseling track take 27 credits from the following. MCDG 8900 can be taken for 1 credit up to 4 semesters for a maximum of 4 credits. MCDG 8950 can be taken for 1 credit up to 2 semesters for a maximum of 2 credits. Students pursuing the genetics counseling track exempt from this requirement.
GCD 8131 - Advanced Molecular Genetics and Genomics
(3.0 cr)
GCD 8151 - Cellular Biochemistry and Cell Biology
(2.0-4.0 cr)
GCD 8161 - Advanced Cell Biology and Development
(2.0 cr)
GCD 8171 - Literature Analysis
(1.0-2.0 cr)
GCD 8401 - Ethics, Public Policy & Careers in Molecular Cell Biology
(1.0 cr)
MCDG 8900 - Student Research Seminar
(1.0 cr)
MCDG 8950 - Teaching Practicum
(1.0 cr)
Plan Options
Plan A
Thesis Credits
Plan A students take at least 10 master's thesis credits.
MCDG 8777 - Thesis Credits: Master's
(1.0-18.0 cr)
Joint- or Dual-degree Coursework:
JD/MS-MCDB&G (Joint Degree Program in Law, Science and Technology)
Students may take a total of 12 credits in common
among the academic programs.
Program Sub-plans
A sub-plan is not required for this program.
Students may not complete the program with more than one sub-plan.
Genetic Counseling
This sub-plan is limited to students completing the program under Plan B.
Students must earn a passing grade in the 5 clinical internship rotations.
Students must present a log of at least 50 clinical cases to be eligible for the final oral examination.
Students accepted into the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program must take OLPD 5356 (3 credits) in addition to the genetic counseling track curriculum.
First Year (25 credits)
Students will observe in a clinical setting one day per week, and gain experience in the clinical laboratories one day per week.
Take 2 credits of GCD 8921 (2 semesters; 1 credit each).
Take GCD 8993 for 2 credits.
GCD 8073 - Genetics & Genomics in Human Health
(2.0 cr)
GCD 8911 - Introduction to Genetic Counseling Skills and Practice
(4.0 cr)
GCD 8912 - Genetic Counseling in Practice
(4.0 cr)
GCD 8916 - Genetic Counseling Research Seminar
(2.0 cr)
GCD 8917 - Medical Genetics I
(3.0 cr)
GCD 8918 - Medical Genetics II
(3.0 cr)
GCD 8921 - Professional Development Seminar I
(1.0 cr)
GCD 8993 - Directed Studies
(1.0-5.0 cr)
PSY 5137 - Introduction to Behavioral Genetics
(3.0 cr)
Summer (3 credits)
During the summer between the first and second year of the program, students will begin their first clinical internship rotation with patient responsibilities. This clinical rotation includes the expectation that students will spend between 2-3 days per week in the clinic.
GCD 8001 - Genetic Counseling Clinical Internship I
(3.0 cr)
Second Year (24 credits)
Students will complete internships in a clinical setting 2-3 days per week.
Take 2 credits of GCD 8922 (2 semesters; 1 credit each).
Take 4 credits of GCD 8994 (2 semesters; 2 credits each).
Students admitted Fall 2020 and later will complete GCD 8914 for 2 credits.
GCD 8002 - Genetic Counseling Clinical Internship II
(5.0 cr)
GCD 8003 - Genetic Counseling Clinical Internship III
(5.0 cr)
GCD 8913 - Psychosocial Issues in Genetic Counseling I
(3.0 cr)
GCD 8914 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Genetic Counseling
(2.0 cr)
GCD 8915 - Psychosocial Issues in Genetic Counseling II
(3.0 cr)
GCD 8922 - Professional Development Seminar II
(1.0 cr)
GCD 8994 - Research
(1.0-5.0 cr)
LEND Program Participants
Students participating in the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program complete an additional 3-credit required course. LEND program participants may be advised to complete all 4 credits of GCD 8994 in one semester.
Second Year Required Course (3 Credits)
Take the following course. A Policy & Advocacy module and policy project may be substituted for OLPD 5356 with approval of the director of graduate studies.
OLPD 5356 - Disability Policy and Services
(3.0 cr)
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