- Graduate Study -
Masters of Science -
Reproductive Laboratory Science
Description:
The Master of Science degree prepares the graduate for supervisory and advanced technical positions in
Assisted Reproductive laboratory Technology (ART) and related fields in research, industry and marketing. The curriculum consists of 11-16 credit hours in science and statistics and 19-22 credit hours of lecture and laboratory courses in RLS. The curriculum consists of a combination of distance learning and campus based modules. In addition to the six RLS core faculty, lecturers throughout the United States contribute to the curriculum, instructing in their area of expertise. These professionals are ART and clinical laboratorians, laboratory managers, researchers, ethicists, attorneys and policy analysts. Directors and supervisors in andrology laboratories and ART laboratories, appointed as clinical faculty by the University of Kentucky, supervise RLS students in the clinical practica.
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Required Math and Science Courses:
Descriptions for these courses, and others, may be found in the University of Kentucky Bulletin.
Masters of Science - Reproductive Lab Science |
Statistics
3-4 credit hours |
Requirement may be fulfilled by taking:
- CSC 605 Epidemology & Biostatistics (3 credit hours) or
- CSC 606 Advanced Laboratory Statistics & Administrative Analysis (3 credit hours) or
- STA 570 Basic Statistical Analysis (4 credit hours), or equivalent
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Physiology or Pathophysiology
3-4 credit hours |
Requirement may be fulfilled by taking:
- CSC 600 Pathophysiology (4 credit hours) or
- NURS 653 Pathophysiology (3 credit hours), or equivalent
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Science courses
3-6 credit hours (depending on background) |
To be selected from the following areas:
- Cell & Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Endocrinology
- Microbiology
- Other: Courses are selected in consultation with the student's advisory committee (3-6 credit hours minimum)
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Reproductive Laboratory Science Courses:
Descriptions for these courses, and others, may be found in the University of Kentucky Bulletin.
Reproductive Laboratory Science Courses |
Course (semester hour credit) |
Delivery Method * |
| CSC 615 Reproductive Laboratory Science (1) |
DL |
| CSC 616 Andrology (1) |
DL |
| CSC 617 Reproductive Microbiology & Immunology (1) |
DL |
CSC 528 Laboratory Techniques (2)
Students not having anacceptable laboratory backbround will also be required to complete CSC 528 |
M, 1 week of 8 wk Summer Session |
| CSC 618 Labs in Andrology, Reproductive Microbiology & Immunology (1) |
M, 1 week of Fall Semester |
| CSC 621 Embryology & ART (3) |
Fall Semester |
| CSC 624 Gamete & Embryo Cryopreservation (1) |
Fall Semester |
| CSC 625 Mgt, Policy, Ethical & Legal Issues in ART (2) |
Fall Semester |
| CSC 626 Andrology Clinical Practicum (2) |
1 weeks TBD |
| CSC 627 ART Clinical Practicum (3) |
2 weeks TBD |
| CSC 628 RLS Seminar (1-2) |
TBD |
CSC 630 RLS Research (3-5):
Students already employed in assisted reproductive technology may complete portions of the research project at their place of employment under the supervision of a qualified laboratory director. A UK faculty member will direct the research project and collaborate with the ART supervisor. |
| * DL = Distributive learning. DL courses include web-based instruction and testing, and self-paced, interactive CDs. DL courses are offed during the spring semesters to both Lexington campus students and distance learners. |
| * M = Modular. Modular courses are taught at the UK campus. Classes meet for approximately 8 hours/day. |
| * TBD = To Be Determined
NOTE = All Clinical practica will take place in
Assisted reproduction laboratories in the U.S. under the
supervision of Directors appointed as clinical faculty by the
University of Kentucky. |
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The University of Kentucky is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees.
The University of Kentucky is committed to a policy of providing educational opportunities to all qualified students regardless of economic or social status, and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, beliefs, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability.
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