Master’s Degree in Medical Anatomy and Physiology
Overview Degree Plan Application
What Is This Program?
Have you completed your undergraduate degree only to realize your long-term goals require a more in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology? Perhaps you’re looking to advance your current healthcare role with a more specialized skillset. Wherever your interests lie, our online Master of Science in Medical Sciences with a Concentration in Medical Anatomy & Physiology offers a well-rounded combination of anatomy courses and physiology courses, providing a solid foundation applicable across various STEM-related industries.
Split between 15 hours of anatomy and 15 hours of physiology, this program will help you master key topics including:
- Medical Histology
- Embryology
- Fundamentals of Medical Physiology
- Medical Respiratory Physiology
Why a Master’s Degree in Medical Anatomy and Physiology?
If you want to show admissions committees that you’re serious about attending professional school, our master’s degree in medical anatomy and physiology will demonstrate your dedication — and provide a wealth of knowledge in subjects you’re passionate about.
Our 30-credit curriculum includes:
- 9 core credits in anatomy
- 9 core credits in physiology
- 12 elective credits
Electives allow you to tailor your education to your professional goals. Interested in a career in radiology? Our course in Medical Human Anatomy Diagnostic Imaging will set you on the right path. Want to focus on heart disease? We offer electives in blood circulation and hypertension.
What’s more, you can complete this program in only a year — or at a pace that aligns with your busy schedule. With affordable tuition, year-round start dates and an education from one of U.S. News’ top 50 national universities, there are plenty of benefits to being a virtual Gator.
Who Is This Program For?
This master’s degree can benefit:
- Physician assistant school applicants
- Medical school applicants
- Nursing school applicants
- Nurses
- Educators
- Healthcare professionals seeking career advancement
- Individuals transitioning to healthcare from other fields
Degree Plan
To graduate from the program, students must complete 30 credit hours: 9 credits of core courses in physiology and 9 credits of core courses in anatomy, as well as a minimum of 6 elective credit hours from each area. All courses are letter-graded unless stated otherwise. In order to graduate, students will be required to pass a comprehensive exam during their final semester and obtain a 3.0 or higher GPA. Required and elective courses are listed below.
Core Courses
The following courses are required for the master’s degree in medical anatomy and physiology.
Anatomy Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| Medical Human Anatomy | 3 |  | | | |
| Medical Human Embryology | 3 | | | | |
| Medical Histology | 3 | | | |
Physiology Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| Fundamentals of Medical Physiology | 1 | | | | |
| Medical Renal Physiology | 2 | | | | |
| Medical Respiration Physiology | 3 | | | | |
| Medical Cardiovascular and Muscle Physiology | 3 | | | |
Elective Courses
(Take a minimum of 6 Anatomy credits AND 6 Physiology credits)
Anatomy Electives
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| Medical Anatomy Lab | 3 | | | | |
| Medical Anatomy by Diagnostic Imaging | 3 | | | | |
| Anatomy of the Peripheral Nervous System | 3 | | | | |
| Medical Cell Biology | 3 | | | |
Physiology Electives
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Spring | Summer | Fall |
| Medical Endocrinology and Reproduction | 3 | | | | |
| Medical Gastrointestinal Physiology | 2 | | | | |
| Physiology of Circulation of Blood | 2 | | | | |
| Advances in Hypertension Research | 2 | | | | |
| Advanced Renal Physiology and Pathophysiology | 2 | | | | |
| Advanced Respiration Physiology 1 | 3 | | | |
Application Information
Credits: 30
Tuition: $16,500
Location: Online
Classes Offered Fall, Spring, & Summer
Application Procedure
- Complete the Application Intent form
- Complete the Graduate Application
- Send your transcripts
