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Curriculum

The curriculum for Cytology varies based on the program option you choose. For all options, students are responsible for reliable transportation and housing  for clinical practicum.

Bachelor of Science & Master of Science, Dual Degree (3+2) & Combined BS/MS Options

A two-year Bachelor of Science and Master of Science program that occurs after a student has taken three years of specific prerequisite coursework.

Credit SummaryCredits
Credits Required for Admission82
Undergraduate Phase Credits39.5
Graduate Phase CreditsMinimum of 30
Total Credits for BS/MS in Cytology (combined option)Minimum of 151.5

Fall Semester (22 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 301 Molecular Biology3
LS 311 Functional Histology2.5
CT 301 Principles of Cell Analysis2
CT 311 Cytopathology I
5
CT 312 Cytopathology I Laboratory
3.5
LS 331 Immunology3
TBD Program-Approved Elective3
Spring Semester (17.5 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 540 Current Research in Biosciences3
LS 310 Intro to Molecular Diagnostics2
CT 310 Cytological and Surgical Pathology Techniques
2
CT 315 Cytopathology II
5
CT 317 Cytopathology III
5.5

Fall Semester (12-15 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 603 Research Design2
LS 640 Methods in Bioscience Education3
CT 812 Practicum I3
CT 813 Practicum II3
TBD Program-Approved Elective
- or -
LS 644* Laboratory Education and Instruction (requires special approval)

1-4

3-4

Spring Semester (18 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management3
LS 613 Pathology2
LS 803^ Contemporary Topics Research2
CT 814 Practicum III3
CT 815 Practicum IV3
CT 816 Comprehensive Examination0
CT 575 Cytology Seminar2
CT 525** Cellular, Molecular and Immuno Diagnostics3

*Program approval and minimum course grade requirements must be met to register for LS 644.

**The laboratory portion will not take place at the date and time stated in Banner. Students must confirm the alternate schedule with their program director.

^To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.

Master of Science, 1-Year Option

A 12-month Master of Science program.

Credit SummaryCredits
Total Credits for MS in Cytology (accelerated option)59.5

Fall Semester (21 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 501 Molecular Biology3
LS 603 Research Design2
LS 511 Functional Histology2.5
CT 501 Principles of Cell Analysis2
CT 511 Cytopathology I
5
CT 512 Cytopathology I Laboratory
3.5
LS 531 Immunology3
Spring Semester (19.5 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 510 Intro to Molecular Diagnostics2
CT 510 Cytological and Surgical Pathology Techniques
2
CT 515 Cytopathology II
5
CT 517 Cytopathology III
5.5
CT 525 Cellular, Molecular and Immuno Diagnostics3
LS 613 Pathology2
Summer Semester (19 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management3
CT 575 Cytology Seminar2
CT 812 Practicum I3
CT 813 Practicum II3
CT 814 Practicum III3
CT 815 Practicum IV3
CT 816 Comprehensive Examination0
LS 803 Contemporary Topics Research2

Master of Science, Two-Year Option

A two-year Master of Science program.

Credit SummaryCredits
Total Credits for MS in CytologyMinimum of 59.5

Fall Semester I (16 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 501 Molecular Biology3
LS 511 Functional Histology2.5
CT 501 Principles of Cell Analysis2
CT 511 Cytopathology I
5
CT 512 Cytopathology I Laboratory
3.5
Spring Semester I (16.5 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 613 Pathology2
CT 510 Cytological and Surgical Pathology Techniques
2
CT 515 Cytopathology II
5
CT 517 Cytopathology III
5.5
LS 510 Intro to Molecular Diagnostics2

Fall Semester II (11-12 credits)
Course TitleCredits
LS 603 Research Design2
LS 531 Immunology3
CT 812 Practicum I3
CT 813 Practicum II3
LS 804* Experimental Research I (requires special approval)1
Spring Semester II (15-16 credits)
Course TitleCredits
CT 525** Cellular, Molecular and Immuno Diagnostics3
CT 575 Cytology Seminar2
LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Lab Management3
CT 814 Practicum III3
CT 815 Practicum IV3
CT816 Comprehensive Exam0
LS 803* Contemporary Topics Research
- or -
LS 805* Experimental Research II (requires special approval)

2

1

*To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.

**The laboratory portion will not take place at the date and time stated in Banner. Students must confirm the alternate schedule with their program director.

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