Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Science
The interdisciplinary Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) provides rigorous mentored research training with a flexible curriculum tailored to the research interests and career goals of professional CTS scholars. The MS tier of CTS training is designed for the scholar who is interested in becoming an independent CTS investigator, as well as those interested in providing creative contributions to CTS teams.
Curriculum: The typical MS pathway comprises a program of 24 credit hours plus thesis:
• Twelve credit hours of the Graduate Certificate in Clinical and Translational Science.
• Twelve credit hours of tailored coursework from integrated CTS graduate programs.
• Mentored research.
• Thesis and related peer-reviewed publication.
The principal emphasis of the CTS MS is mentored research training provided by a primary mentor charged with supporting the scholar's overall career development. In accordance with UK Graduate School regulations, the primary mentor is assisted by two co-mentors to form the scholar's MS Advisory Committee that oversees the scholar's research training and crafts the tailored portion of the curriculum.
Application: Prospective scholars submit a completed CTS Scholars Application to the CCTS Education Program Assistant. Application requirements and instructions are on the CTS Scholars Application Form (see Related Links). Applications are accepted throughout the year. Following review by the TEAM Executive Committee, applicants will be notified of their status.
All CTS scholars must also be enrolled in the MS in CTS through the Graduate School. Full-time UK employees may use the Employee Education Program to cover tuition costs.
Seed Grant: Within 12 months of being accepted into the program, CTS scholars are eligible to apply for a seed grant of up to $5,000, which is available for up to 12 months. These funds will be awarded to the scholar's mentor to help jump-start the mentored research training program.