Department of Biomedical Sciences

The Department of Biomedical Sciences educates students for successful health-related
careers by providing instruction in core scientific content, encouraging critical
thinking and providing active collaboration; it engages in hypothesis-driven research,
embraces global diversity, and guides students to become life-long learners dedicated
to enriching the scientific and healthcare community. The curriculum offers students
a strong general education in the humanities, arts, and social sciences followed by
in-depth study in one of three new concentrations beginning in Fall 2020: Pre-Health
Professions, Biotechnology, and Public and Global Health.
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences Concentrations
The Department of Biomedical Sciences offers the following concentrations.
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree is a one-year, non-thesis degree designed to enhance the scientific foundation and academic credentials of students who seek further academic training or employment in the health and biomedical fields.
Vision
The Biomedical Sciences Department will be nationally recognized as a center of excellence
in undergraduate biomedical education and research.
Mission
The Biomedical Sciences Department educates students for successful health-related
careers by providing instruction in core scientific content, encouraging critical
thinking and providing active collaboration; it engages in hypothesis-driven research,
embraces global diversity, and guides students to become life-long learners dedicated
to enriching the scientific and healthcare community.
