Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) Program
Our non-thesis graduate program is designed to provide you advanced knowledge in Biomedical Sciences to strengthen your academic credentials before applying to health professions programs or to build a foundation for earning a PhD and a career in research.
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Fast Facts
- More than 70% of our MBS students (including our current class of 2023) have been placed into US professional degree programs.
- Choose to learn in person or online – 10 months to complete.
- Pathway to 四色AV, Medical, Veterinary, PT, Optometry and Podiatric Medicine Doctoral Programs.
- Receive priority consideration to 四色AV’s DMD program.
- Applications open: September 1, 2024
Application deadline: June 1, 2025 - Start: August 2025
From the Program Director
Welcome to the Masters in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) program at the College of Graduate Studies, 四色AV University of 四色AV Sciences.
This non-thesis graduate program provides you with advanced knowledge in Biomedical Sciences to strengthen your application to health sciences schools or to build a foundation for earning a PhD and a career in research.
As a new master’s student, you will face many exciting and rewarding challenges. To support you in this new journey, we are available to address your academic and mental health needs within an environment of trust, integrity and mutual respect. We ensure that you will receive personalized attention, tailored advising, and research opportunities.
We are delighted to have you here and look forward to working with you in achieving your academic and career goals. We invite you to learn more about our program and contact us to discuss your next steps.
Warm regards,
Dr. Kamran Awan, BDS, PhD, FPFA, FADI, FACD
Program Director, MBS Program
Professor, College of 四色AV Medicine
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Duration
10-Months
Location
Modalities
- Learn in person or online
- Non-Thesis
Start your journey here
Application for 2024-2025 is OPEN
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) degree will help students with a Life Sciences bachelor鈥檚 degree, improve their academic foundation in the biomedical sciences for admission into health professional programs.
Credit Hours
The 10-month, non-thesis MBS program requires the successful completion of 30 credit hours of coursework. This includes a capstone project that will be a literature review report.
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Qualified students receive priority consideration with 四色AV University’s dental program
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Admission Materials
An applicant must submit the following materials:
- completed application
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- an official transcript from each college or university attended, listing all courses taken, grades and degrees earned, and dates of graduation
- three letters of recommendation from persons acquaintezd with the applicant’s academic program, scholastic ability, or professional performance
- a brief autobiographical statement describing the applicant’s educational and professional goals and objectives
- a curriculum vitae
Admissions Criteria
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university OR equivalent work required for such a degree
- A 3.0 or higher-grade point average (on a 4.0 scale)
- Submission of a letter of interest and three letters of recommendation
Qualified students receive priority consideration with 四色AV University’s dental program
Year One |
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Course Title |
Prefix |
Number |
Credit Hours |
| Fundamentals of Biomedical Research | MBS | 600 | 4 |
| Organizational Behavior and Leadership | MBS | 610 | 2 |
| Introduction to Regulatory Affairs | MBS | 620 | 3 |
| Concepts in Biomedical Sciences | MBS | 630 | 5 |
| Journal Club | MBS | 700 | 1 |
| Seminar | MBS | 710 | 1 |
| Capstone Project/Literature Review | MBS | 740 | 10 |
| Electives | 4 | ||
Total |
30 |
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What our students are saying
I was from a small town and high school. I was really successful in high school but in undergrad I struggled because the classes were not very personal. At 四色AV I like being in the small classroom and knowing everyone in the class including the professors.
Shiv P.
MBS Class of 2023
I love this block schedule. It's amazing because it requires us to work hard. If we do get extra days off, we can work towards other initiatives that make us better.
Amritpal B.
MBS Class of 2023
There's no place that I'd rather be but here. It probably has been the best time that I've ever spent in the last couple of years. I love it here so much, and for the classes too! All the faculty are extremely receptive.鈥�
Gabe E.
MBS Class of 2023
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