The Master of Science in Anatomy at the Penn State College of Medicine is a research-oriented program intended to prepare students for further professional education or transition to PhD programs and biomedical-related careers. The curriculum emphasizes didactic coursework in anatomical sciences (including human gross anatomy, histology, and embryology) and biomedical science, combined with laboratory-based, hypothesis-driven research culminating in a written thesis and oral defense. The program aims to develop advanced knowledge in human structure, scientific research competence, communication skills, and ethical scholarship. Students must complete at least 30 credit hours (minimum 18 at the 500/600-level), ethics training, 6 credits in thesis research, and an original research project. Successful completion confers mastery specifically in human structure and research relevant to academia, healthcare, and biomedical science. 来源： https://med.psu.edu/education/degree-programs/md-doctor-medicine/apply/requirements