academic masters program
Description
The BMI program offers two Master’s degree programs. The Academic M.S.
program is a full-time program and the Professional M.S. program is part-time,
online, distance program. We require all trainees to be formal degree candidates.
A important belief underlying our programs is that leaders in this field require
broad exposure to formal coursework in addition to intensive research training.
The Academic M.S. is mainly designed for candidates who have graduate training
as an M.D. or Ph.D.. The requirements for both M.S. degrees follow those of
the university and, in addition, can be tailored to fit the background and interests
of each student.
Students in the Academic M.S. program spend approximately two years at Stanford
and are expected to complete a thesis in addition to completing a minimum of
45 course units. Candidates are encouraged to explore the various research interests
of the BMI core and participating faculty through participating in lab rotations
during the first year. This program is best for candidates with an interest in teaching or research.
Academic M.S. students typically have advanced training/degrees (such as an MS, PhD or MD).
Academic MS candidates may be funded by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) training grant.