Biology (B.S.) Biomedical Concentration

Program Overview

The Biology major provides a strong and broad foundation in biological sciences, from the molecular to the ecological level. The Biomedical concentration prepares students for medical, veterinary, dental, ophthalmological, physician assistant, and biomedical graduate research programs, as well as immediate post-graduate employment. Coursework explores cellular biology, physiology, anatomy, and specialized electives including microbiology, cancer biology, neuroscience, and immunology.  As with all Biology concentrations, supporting courses in philosophy, chemistry, physics, calculus, and statistics equip students with a versatile foundation. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Biology program can:

1. Describe the nature and process of science, and the fundamentals of biology related to biomedical sciences spanning molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological subdisciplines.
2. Articulate a rationally defensible integration of science and faith.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in searching and evaluating published biomedical literature.
4. Demonstrate competence in applied skills required for biomedically-related careers and post-graduate studies.
5. Engage with the professional scientific community appropriate for vocational pursuits in the biomedical field.
   

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three to four credits from the following:

Four credits from the following:

Biomedical Concentration (17-20 credits)

Three to four Molecular and Cellular credits from the following:

Three to four Organismal and Biodiversity credits from the following:

Seven to eight credits from the following:

General Education Requirements