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About the Program

You have an interest in biomedical health sciences, but you want to leave your options open for your future. With this degree, you will have an opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills that can help you launch a career in research science, scientific policy, science communication, education, or biomedical sales—or to gain more experience in preparation for professional schools.

You have plenty of choices in the program. Choose the thesis or non-thesis options, which require different amounts of laboratory and research training. Take elective courses to explore different biomedical science disciplines. Add a concentration designation to your transcript. You can even enroll in professional development courses in teaching, writing, scientific communication, and other topics. No matter what you choose, you can benefit from a core curriculum that includes courses in Molecular and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, General Human Physiology, Critical Thinking and Scientific Integrity, and Biostatistics.

Concentrations

  • Pharmacology & Toxicology
  • Genetics and Genomic Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Immunology
  • Bioinformatics
  • Cancer Biology

Delivery Methods

On-Campus

This program delivers most of its content via on-campus, in-person meetings.

Program Director

Dr. John J. Shacka

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