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2023 / 2024Graduate Medical SciencesPolicies

Directed Study or Research

Graduate Medical Sciences Policy

Students may register for directed study or research with the approval of the faculty member concerned. The minimum registration is a 2-credit course. A candidate for the MS in the basic sciences may register for not more than 8 credits in directed study or research. MS in Medical Sciences candidates may register for no more than 8 credits in directed study or research.

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