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The College of Graduate Studies one- and two-year Biomedical Sciences graduate programs help you to leverage your existing knowledge, technical skills, and expertise into building a career in the health sciences. Upon completion of the Biomedical Sciences Master of Arts Program, your research skills
Program
Masters
Location
Glendale, AZ
Duration
21-24 Months, Full-Time
Intake
August
Class Size
30
The Master of Biomedical Sciences (M.B.S.) Program is designed as a full-time, graduate-level program that provides students with a broad background in the biomedical sciences, laboratory experiences, and research skills. The curriculum is designed to prepare and graduate students who have extensive knowledge, technical skills, and expertise to function in a variety of biomedical professions. These include careers as technicians and supervisors in the biotechnology, biosafety, and pharmaceutical industries; research personnel in biomedical science laboratories; employees in governmental and regulatory agencies; and faculty for undergraduate teaching programs.
The 88.5-quarter-hour (minimum) master's degree curriculum is usually completed in 21-24 months. All students must complete the program within four years of matriculation, excepting approved leaves of absence. All students are required to complete a research project approved by the student's research committee. The required curriculum includes basic science courses in biochemistry; molecular and cellular biology; genetics; and physiology. Students must also complete at least one additional basic science sequence; microbiology and immunology; pharmacology; and/or histology and anatomy. In addition to the basic science courses, students must take a series of research courses that prepares them for a research project and thesis that is the culmination of the degree program. The research courses include: Research Topics and Methods, Research Design and Statistics, Good Laboratory Practice, Journal Club, Graduate Seminar Series, Laboratory Rotations, Philosophical Foundations of Research, Research Literature Review, Research Protocol, Laboratory Research, and Research Thesis. Finally, a series of electives and independent study courses are available. The electives allow students to further specify an area of interest to better prepare them for a career in their chosen field.
NOTE: Transferring between degree programs is prohibited. M.B.S. students who leave after their first year will not be granted an M.A. degree. M.A. students who do not get accepted into a professional program after the first year cannot "stay on" for a second year and get the M.B.S. degree.
The State of Arizona Board of Private Postsecondary Education has approved all current degree programs at Midwestern University-Glendale, Arizona Campus. All degrees are conferred under the authority granted by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and The Higher Learning Commission, A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Midwestern University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission/A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC/NCA), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413; 312/263-0456; www.ncacihe.org.
To be considered for admission to the Master of Biomedical Sciences degree program, applicants must submit the following documented evidence:
Transfer of a limited number of graduate-level course credits from other institutions may be allowed: 6 semester (9 quarter) hours for the Master of Biomedical Sciences. However, this does not remove the requirement to enroll in a minimum of 15 credit hours per quarter.
Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. Students are advised to complete their application files as early as possible, but no later than July 15th, to ensure timely consideration.
On-Time Graduation Rate (2018)
Graduate Outcomes (2018)
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the 2017 edition, occupational outlook report, the following Biomedical Sciences related employment occupations are expected to reflect the following demand:
Students continuing on to academic or professional programs in healthcare can expect employment opportunities and salaries consistent with each individual academic discipline or healthcare profession.
Profession |
Median Annual Salary (2017) |
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians |
$51,770 |
Biological Technicians |
$43,800 |
Forensic Science Technicians |
$57,850 |
Medical Scientists |
$82,090 |
Health Educators and Community Health Workers |
$45,360 |
Biochemists and Biophysicists |
$91,190 |
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/Healthcare/Medical-and-clinical-laboratory-technologists-and-technicians.htm (accessed 2/26/19)
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/biological-technicians.htm (accessed 2/26/19)
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/forensic-science-technicians.htm (accessed 2/26/19)
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/medical-scientists.htm (accessed 2/26/19)
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/health-educators.htm (accessed 2/26/19)
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/biochemists-and-biophysicists.htm (accessed 2/26/19)