Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline
	University of Maryland, Baltimore Proposal	Master of Science (M.S.)	Medical and Health Sciences	12/13/2024
Medical and Health Sciences Program Description
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) submits this proposal to create a Master of Medical and Health Studies within the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM). We intend to offer it as an off-ramp opportunity for medical students enrolled in the School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine Program using the existing medical school required course work in the pre-clinical phase of the Renaissance Curriculum, with a <br>total of 62 credits for a Master of Science (M.S.). All coursework currently exists. The proposed degree will allow students who are unable or no longer desire to progress through the traditional 4-year medical school curriculum to transition from a doctorate program to a master’s program. The program will only be offered to accepted and matriculated medical students who have studied, passed, and applied the required pre- <br>clerkship coursework and remain in academic good standing. The program includes coursework that focuses on biochemistry, pathophysiology, genetics, therapeutics, professional skills and clinical knowledge of the provider-patient relationship and the <br>psychosocial aspects of patient care. Students will be able to apply this knowledge and experience to the practice of patient care, research, and investigation, consulting to enhance health and research outcomes, and to improve patient care, community health, and well-being.