Mbarara University of Science & Technology

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Master of Science in Physiology

A Master of Science (M.S. or MSc) in Physiology is an advanced degree focused on the functions and mechanisms of living systems, ranging from the molecular and cellular levels to whole-organism interactions and disease states.

Entry Requirements

An honors degree in Medicine and Surgery
OR
An honors degree in Health Sciences or Biological Sciences i.e. Human Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry or Nursing and relevant field experience

Fees Structure

Ugandan Students

International Students

Course Modules

Module Code Module Title Credit Unit Core/Elective
MPH1102 BIOSTATISTICS 4 core
PHS7101 GENERAL AND RENAL PHYSIOLOGY 3 core
PHS7102 BLOOD AND CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY 4 core
PHS7103 PHYSIOLOGY PRACTICAL I 3 core
PHS7104 BASIC & APPLIED TEACHING SKILLS 4 core
PHS7105 RESEARCH METHODS AND EPIDEMIOLOGY 4 core
PHS7201 DIGESTIVE SYSTEM, NUTRITION & METABOLISM 4 core
PHS7202 ENDOCRINOLOGY AND REPRODUCTION 4 core
PHS7203 EXCITABLE TISSUES AND NEUROPHYSIOLOGY 5 core
PHS7204 RESPIRATION, SPORTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY 4 core
PHS7205 PHYSIOLOGY PRACTICAL II 4 core
PHS8101 RESEARCH PROPOSAL WRITING 5 core
PHS8102 PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 4 core
PHS8201 DISSERTATION 5 core