> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ismms-gs.gitbook.io/graduate-student-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ismms-gs.gitbook.io/graduate-student-handbook/chapter-on-multidisciplinary-training-areas/multidisciplinary-training-areas/genetics-and-genomic-sciences-ggs/typical-curriculum.md).

# Typical Curriculum

#### Year 1 – Fall 

BMS Fall (BSR1012) 

Biostatistics (BIO6400 or MPH0300) 

Responsible Conduct of Research (BSR1003)  

Introduction to Journal Club (BSR1004)  

Lab Rotation (BSR1006) 

#### Year 1 – Spring 

BMS Spring (BSR1013) 

Advanced Electives 

Introduction to Journal Club (BSR1005) 

Journal Club in Genetics and Data Science (BSR4401)  

Rigor and Reproducibility (BSR1022) 

Lab Rotation (BSR1007) 

#### Year 2 – Fall 

Independent Research (BSR8000) 

At least 3 advanced elective course credits 

Seminars in Genetics and Data Science (BSR5401)  

Journal Club in Genetics and Data Science (BSR4401)  

GDS Work in Progress (BSR5402) 

#### Year 2 – Spring 

Independent Research (BSR8000) 

At least 3 advanced elective course credits 

Seminars in Genetics and Data Science (BSR5401)  

Journal Club in Genetics and Data Science (BSR4401)  

GDS Work in Progress (WIP) (BSR5402) 

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The Advisory Committee may recommend additional courses, based on the student's needs and area of interest 
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