Biomedical Sciences

Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts

Biomedical Sciences is focused on the areas of science essential to human health. These degree programs, shared between and overseen by the Departments of Biology and Chemistry & Biochemistry and the Center for Pre-Health Professions, are intended to prepare students for various health professions and graduate programs. Rigorous coursework provides career-specific preparation and investigations of how faith and science are interwoven.
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Biomedical Sciences is focused on the areas of science essential to human health. These degree programs, shared between and overseen by the Departments of Biology and Chemistry & Biochemistry and the Center for Pre-Health Professions, are intended to prepare students for various health professions and graduate programs. Rigorous coursework provides career-specific preparation and investigations of how faith and science are interwoven.

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B.S. or B.A. in Biomedical Sciences

Degree Details

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Tracks & Degree Options

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Biomedical Sciences, General (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-Medical (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-Dental (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-PA (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-Vet (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-Pharm/Pre-Optometry (B.S.)
Biomedical Sciences, General (B.A.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-PA (B.A.)
Biomedical Sciences, Pre-Pharmacy (B.A.)

Inquire about these related degrees:

  • Health Professions Cooperative, Biochemistry (B.S.)*
  • Health Professions Cooperative, Biology, (B.S.)*
  • Biochemistry, Biomedical Science (B.S.)
  • Biology, Health Professions (B.S.)

*Contact the departments for more information on this accelerated learning opportunity

 

Required Hours

University Hours: 54
Major Hours: 74 (Choice of 9 tracks)
Electives: 7-19

Total Required: 128 credit hours*

*Based on track selection

Example Coursework

  • Biomedical Ethics
  • Human Anatomy
  • Biochemistry

View the catalog for a complete listing of courses.

Minor Available

Biomedical Sciences is not available as a minor, though there is Health Humanities Minor that students may be interested in.

UNDERGRADUATE MINORS

Department

Department of Biology

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Center for Pre-Health Professions

Career Options

Beyond preparing students for health professions programs, these undergraduate degrees also provide access to a range of rewarding career opportunities:

Biomedical engineer
Biomedical researcher
Healthcare professional
Clinical research associate

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Curriculum

A student looking through a microscope.

What is the Difference in the Biomedical Sciences Degrees?

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Biomedical Sciences degree program integrates all required and recommended courses for various health professions career pathways such as pre-medical, pre-dental, and other options. This degree’s focus is in areas essential to the science of human health and will prepare students for various health professions programs, graduate programs in biomedical research, and professional careers in the healthcare industry.

Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Biomedical Sciences degree program focuses in areas essential to the science of human health and society and will prepare students for health professions graduate programs that do not require as many science classes. Students have the flexibility to tailor their degree to pursue other careers in the healthcare industry.