The following information shows the requirements and criteria for both program tracks: Master’s Degree and Certificate Program. The course work for both programs begins each July.
The Master of Science degree requires a minimum of 24 didactic credits, a comprehensive written exam, and the preparation and oral defense of a thesis. The 24 credits can be completed in one year along with the preparation of your thesis proposal if you devote 100 percent of your time to this program. Additional time may be needed if less than 100 percent is available to complete the course work.
The equivalent of one year of 100 percent effort must be devoted to research. The thesis comprises a structure for the development of a plan to address a research problem, an orderly approach to the project, and a suitable approach to the analysis and presentation of the results. Candidates who are enrolled in a residency/fellowship program must obtain approval from their department/division to apply to the program.
The Certificate Program requires a minimum of 12 didactic credits and the preparation of a manuscript based on the results of your clinical research project. The Certificate Program is specifically designed for residents and/or fellows in clinical training at Mayo Clinic and can be completed in one year. The 12 credits can be completed in six months along with the preparation of your research proposal if you devote 100 percent of your time to this program.
Also see Research Requirements for both Master's and Certificate programs
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