BS in Biomedical Science - Premedical
Melbourne, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 21,173 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
What is a Biomedical Science Degree?
The biomedical science degree is designed to fulfill the admission requirements for medical or veterinary school while providing in-depth training in the biological sciences. Biomedical science students build a strong foundation in mathematics, chemistry, and biology and take specialized courses in anatomy, microbiology, genetics, physiology, developmental biology, and immunology.
Whether you want to explore the mysteries of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, become a leader in cancer research, or gain entry into a prestigious medical, veterinary, or dental school, Florida Tech’s BS in Biomedical Science program provides a firm grounding. Two biology advising seminars, one of which is specifically designed for pre-med students, help you choose your specialty and outline your course of study.
Gain Practical Experience
By combining the high-powered research labs usually found only in big universities with the small size of a private college, Florida Tech gives undergraduates in the biomedical science degree program an opportunity to interact with faculty and become involved in important research projects early in their academic careers.
The program is hands-on, with small classes and intensive faculty-student interaction. As a student in the biomedical science degree program, you can undertake exciting collaborative research with a peer or professor or work independently on a topic of your choosing. Students also participate in summer research programs at other universities and corporations. Recent research sites include the Life Science Labs at Kennedy Space Center, Midwest Research Institute, the East Central Florida Memory Disorder Clinic, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, and Michigan State University.
Internationally Recognized Faculty, Small Classes, and Personalized Attention
Because Florida Tech is a small research university specializing in science and technology, active research scientists teach our students. Faculty members receive national recognition and conduct cutting-edge research in ecology, population biology, conservation science, and climate change in their own laboratories. In addition, Ph.D. professors—not graduate students—teach all your lecture classes. To guide students in the program, a health professions advisory committee and a chief health professions advisor ensure that students are updated on admission requirements, admission tests, and professional school application procedures.
Great Florida Location — Access to Natural Laboratories on- and off-Campus
Our location also makes us one of the best pre-med colleges for biomedical studies with natural laboratories accessible year-round for field research. Close by are the nation's most bio-diverse estuary, an experimental forest with over 700 tagged trees, and access to natural resources such as the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River Lagoon, lakes, and wetlands.
Our 130-acre campus is located on the Space Coast (because of the presence of NASA and the Kennedy Space Center on Cape Canaveral just north of us). The area has the fifth-largest high-tech workforce in the country, with more than 5,000 high-tech corporations and government and military organizations located nearby. This workforce provides a variety of internship and employment opportunities.
Central Florida attractions such as Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Studios are only a short drive away. In addition, Florida Tech has a rich campus life that includes intramural and collegiate sports, clubs, and social activities.
Build Lasting Professional Relationships through Campus Organizations
Beyond the classroom, biomedical science majors build leadership and professional experience through exciting internships and participation in academic organizations like Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta, the biological sciences honor society), the Pre-med Club, student government, and over 100 other student organizations. Each of these experiences gives you a way to interact with other students, professors, and industry professionals.
The Florida Tech Pre-med Club is a group of students who are dedicated to helping each other reach their graduate school goals. Members study for standardized tests in the medical field (such as the MCAT) and network for the job and biomedical science internship opportunities. They also participate in regular field trips to medical schools and listen to guest lecturers.
Admissions
Curriculum
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science is designed for students interested in pursuing careers related to understanding and treating disease. Biomedical science prepares students for careers in the medical health professions, including physician, dentist, veterinarian, physician assistant, pharmacist, and others, as well as careers researching the molecular causes of and treatments for aging, cancer, immune diseases, and other diseases disrupting human physiology.
Coursework emphasizes the development of skills and knowledge at the intersection of physiology, molecular genetics, and biochemistry, with research opportunities available to undergraduates in these areas. Related research opportunities include aging, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, antimicrobial development, and other areas. The foundation provided by the program prepares students for the MCAT, VCAT, DAT, PCAT, and subject GRE. A dedicated premedical advisor is available to direct students interested in pursuing medically-related graduate or professional degrees. Students graduating from the biomedical science major have an excellent acceptance rate into medical, professional, and graduate-research programs. The degree is eligible for the fast-track program, allowing students to complete a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s degree in biotechnology in five years.
Freshman Year
Fall (16 credit hours)
- BIO 1010 Biological Discovery 1
- BIO 1030 Introduction to Biotechnology
- CHM 1101 General Chemistry 1
- COM 1101 Composition and Rhetoric
- FYE 1000 University Experience
- MTH 1001 Calculus 1 or MTH 1010 Honors Calculus 1
Spring (15 Credit Hours)
- BIO 1020 Biological Discovery 2
- BIO 1040 Introduction to Biodiversity and Physiology
- CHM 1102 General Chemistry 2
- COM 1102 Writing About Literature
- MTH 1002 Calculus 2 or MTH 1020 Honors Calculus 2
Sophomore Year
Fall (17 Credit Hours)
- BIO 2110 General Genetics
- CHM 2001 Organic Chemistry 1
- CHM 2011 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 1
- PHY 1001 Physics 1
- PHY 2091 Physics Laboratory 1
Select the first HUM Core Course:
- HUM 2051 Civilization 1: Ancient Through Medieval
- HUM 2141 World Art History 1: Pre-History to Early Global Awareness
- HUM 2211 British Literature and Culture
- HUM 2212 British and American Literature 1
- HUM 2331 American History: Pre-Columbian to Civil War Era
- HUM 2551 Survey of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
Spring (17 Credit Hours)
- CHM 2002 Organic Chemistry 2
- CHM 2012 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2
- MAR 2801 Biometry
- PHY 2002 Physics 2
- PHY 2092 Physics Laboratory 2
Select the second HUM Core Course:
- HUM 2052 Civilization 2: Renaissance Through Modern
- HUM 2142 World Art History 2: Early Modern to Post-Colonial
- HUM 2212 British and American Literature 1 (may not be repeated for credit)
- HUM 2213 British and American Literature 2
- HUM 2332 American History: From Reconstruction to the Present
- HUM 2552 Survey of Modern and Contemporary Philosophy
Junior Year
Fall (17 Credit Hours)
- BIO 3201 Anatomy and Physiology 1
- BIO 4010 Biochemistry 1
- COM 2223 Scientific and Technical Communication
- Humanities Elective (HU) 3000-level or higher recommended Credit Hours: 3
- Technical Elective Credit Hours: 3
Spring 15 Credit Hours)
- BIO 3202 Anatomy and Physiology 2
- BIO 4110 Biochemistry 2
- Liberal Arts Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Restricted Electives (BIO, BME, CHM, PHY) Credit Hours: 4
Senior Year
Fall (16 Credit Hours)
- BIO 4301 Cell Biology
- BIO 4305 Molecular Basis of Human Disease
- Restricted Electives (BIO, BME, CHM, PHY) Credit Hours: 7
- Social Science Elective Credit Hours: 3
Spring (16 Credit Hours)
- BIO 4201 Immunology
- Free Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Liberal Arts Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Restricted Elective (Q) (BIO, BME, CHM, PHY) Credit Hours: 4
- Restricted Electives (BIO, BME, CHM, PHY, PSY 2442, PSY 3423, PSY 4521) Credit Hours: 3
Total Credits Required: 129
Rankings
Why Pursue a Biomedical Science Degree at Florida Tech?
Ranked in the top 7% of America’s colleges and universities, Florida Tech is one of the best pre-med colleges for biomedical studies.
Career Opportunities
Career Outlook
The Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards (BLS), provides information about specific jobs including median annual pay, working conditions, and job outlook, among other things. According to the Bureau, job growth for biological scientists grew more than 20% through 2018 and is expected to increase by 36% through 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations. Likewise, physicians and surgeons are experiencing job growth of 24%.
Whether you intend to build a career in private practice, on staff at hospitals and clinics, or as an instructor and researcher, Florida Tech can provide excellent medical school preparation.
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