The program will focus on the preparation of individuals with established, terminal degrees in a health related field (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., D.D.S., or D.M.D.) to conduct independent research in translation of information from the basic sciences to the community as researchers, teachers, public health administrators, clinicians, and industry employees competent to carry out the broad health mission of the State of Connecticut.

Program Overview

The Master of Science degree program in Clinical and Translational Research is administered in the Department of Medicine. The program stresses clinical research methods and research practicum. The program is offered to individuals with a health related terminal degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., D.D.S., or D.M.D.) to provide practical research training to be prepared for independent research. The Master Program is based on both course work and research experience, but no research thesis is required. Students will be required to sit for a final examination, which entails the oral defense of a grant application and a manuscript.