Clinical and Translational Science MS and PhD Programs

The CTS Program offers two different degree options, a PhD program and an MS program. Descriptions of the requirements and courses for each program can be found in the GSBS catalog.

PhD Program

Trainees typically enter the PhD Program following admission to the MS Program and completion of didactic work and a qualifying exam. Trainees who have a MS in Clinical Research or an equivalent degree may apply directly to the PhD program.

Trainees in the PhD program may select from three areas of concentration: Clinical Discovery and Investigation, Clinical Effectiveness Research, and Practice to Policy Research.  Other areas of strength are training in predictive modeling, translational and molecular epidemiology, decision analysis, and cost effectiveness studies. The diverse faculty exposes students in depth to each of these areas and allows them to pursue doctoral research that matches their clinical interests.

PhD graduates of the program are well-prepared for a career in academic medicine that involves significant research.

MS Program

The Master's Program is a two year, full time program and also serves as the entry portal for the PhD Program in Clinical & Translational Science.

The MS Program offers students the option of choosing among three areas of concentration: Clinical Discovery and Investigation, Clinical Effectiveness Research, and Practice to Policy Research. Other areas of strength are training in predictive modeling, translational and molecular epidemiology, decision analysis, and cost effectiveness studies. The diverse CTS faculty has expertise across this spectrum.

Graduates of the MS program typically become academic physicians whose careers involve research as well as patient care.