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The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Master’s degree program at IU School of Medicine is an in-depth 11-month program.

Master’s Degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Master’s degree program at IU School of Medicine is an in-depth 11-month program that includes faculty lectures, small-group problem-solving exercises and student-led seminar courses during the fall and spring semesters. Program participants develop a deep and thorough understanding of biochemistry and acquire skills that translate to employment in biomedical sciences, industry or academics. Graduates also pursue advanced study, and the MS degree enhances an individual’s academic credentials. The department has both a thesis and a non-thesis option.

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The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Master’s degree program is accepting applications. A baccalaureate degree (typically in biology, chemistry or physics) that includes calculus and organic chemistry coursework is required for admission into this program.

Program Requirements

Thesis Option

  • A minimum of 30 credit hours consisting of required and elective courses
  • A scholarly thesis based on approved research with oversight from a faculty mentor
  • Potential research topics include structural biology, signal transduction, drug development, regulation of gene expression, cancer biology and metabolic disorders.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA and a B- or better in all MS coursework

Non-Thesis Option

  • A minimum of 30 credit hours consisting of required and elective courses
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA and a B- or better in all MS coursework