Master of Science in Biomedical Science (MBS) Curriculum Overview
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) curriculum provides a rigorous foundation in the biomedical sciences while preparing students for admission to and success in medical, dental, physician assistant, pharmacy, and other health professions programs. Core courses—including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and related biomedical disciplines—strengthen students’ scientific knowledge, critical-thinking skills, and readiness for professional-level study.
The curriculum is offered through flexible delivery models designed to meet diverse student needs, including traditional on-campus, fully online (asynchronous), live online (synchronous), and hybrid options. Regardless of delivery model, students engage with the same learning outcomes and high academic standards.
Active learning is integrated throughout the curriculum through case-based discussions, collaborative problem-solving, peer-directed learning, team activities, presentations, and applied assignments. Innovative curricular features include interdisciplinary assessments, healthcare and lifestyle-based cases, technology-enhanced instruction, research exposure, clinical shadowing, professional development, and application preparation.
The MSBS program also supports students seeking admission to highly competitive health professions programs. Through individualized advising, academic skill development, career preparation, and structured pathways, students strengthen their academic credentials and become more competitive applicants to leading professional programs.
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Program Highlights
One-year accelerated track or two-year flexible track
Small class sizes with individualized advising
Emphasis on professional school preparation
Guaranteed interview pathways for select partner programs (based on GPA and other requirements)
Core Curriculum Topics
Students receive advanced training in the biomedical sciences through courses such as:
Medical Biochemistry
Physiology
Microbiology
Immunology
Human Anatomy
Pathophysiology
Genetics
Neuroscience
Research Methods & Scientific Communication
Program Structure
Our hybrid curriculum delivery allows students to participate in courses either on campus or remotely. We offer multiple Pathways to help students gain focused exposure aligned with their future career goals.
Our faculty is dedicated to innovative, student-centered learning approaches.
Professional Development Opportunities
The MBS curriculum includes:
- Electives specific to their chosen pathway
- MCAT, DAT, and PA-CAT preparation
- Personal statement and interview workshops
- Seminars on professionalism and ethics
- Academic success skills development
Learning Outcomes
- Critical thinking -using analytical, qualitative, and quantitative reasoning, applying previously learned concepts to new situations, complex challenges and everyday problems.
- Communication – clearly, effectively, and persuasively, both orally and in writing. Working effectively as a team member or leader to achieve a broad variety of goals.
- Professionalism – considering professionalism as a learning goals.
- Teamwork – ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as practitioners, researchers, and/or scholars;
- Social responsibility within diverse communities and in interdependent global community.
Sample Curriculum Map
A sample curriculum map is available on the admissions page for newly accepted students. Click here to view.