Program Overview

Biomedical Sciences

School

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Major

Biomedical Sciences BS

Combined

Biomedical Sciences BS/PharmD

What will I learn?

Biology. Chemistry. Physiology. Genetics. Math. Physics. This program pulls courses from throughout UB to give you a well-rounded education. After you take the core courses—which are also common prerequisites for medical school and other programs—you can choose from electives in areas like forensic science, developmental psychology, and health issues in underserved communities.

What can I do outside of class?

• On-campus research lets you work on a project in a lab, or you can do your own independent research in biochemistry, pharmacology or a related field—all with the support of a faculty mentor.
• Many students choose to do an internship at a lab, hospital, public health agency or other organization (on-campus or off-campus).

What can I do with a biomedical sciences degree?

Because this is such a broad, holistic degree, you'll have plenty of choices for what comes next.

• Biological scientist.
• Dental assistant.
• Genetic counselor.
• Health information technologist.
• Health practitioner.
• Health science manager.
• Health writer/editor.
• Life science teacher.
• Medical assistant.
• Physician assistant.
• Research scientist.
• Research technician.
• Science technician.
• Toxicologist.

Who will I learn from?

As a biomedical sciences major, you’ll typically learn from faculty throughout UB’s medical school, dental school and other areas across the university. Here, you’ll find faculty who are world-renowned researchers, practicing physicians, recognized leaders in their field, exceptional mentors and, of course, award-winning teachers.