Program Overview
The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of West Florida prepares students for careers in healthcare or biotechnology. The program provides a strong foundation in the basic sciences, develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and offers research opportunities and a mentoring program. Graduates have a high success rate in post-graduate health professional schools and the biotechnology industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of West Florida prepares students for careers in healthcare or in the biotechnology industry. Graduates of the program have gone on to attend medical, dental, pharmacy, physician assistant, veterinary medicine, and graduate schools.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a strong foundation in the basic sciences relevant to biomedical research and practice.
- To develop students' critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- To prepare students for success in post-graduate health professional school, graduate school, or the biotechnology industry.
Description:
The Biomedical Sciences program is a four-year undergraduate program that includes coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Students also complete coursework in the social sciences and humanities. The program culminates in a capstone research project.
Outline:
Program Content:
The Biomedical Sciences program includes coursework in the following areas:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Social sciences
- Humanities
Structure:
The Biomedical Sciences program is a four-year undergraduate program. Students typically take courses in the following sequence:
- First year: General biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Second year: Organic chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics
- Third year: Microbiology, immunology, human anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology
- Fourth year: Capstone research project
Course Schedule:
The course schedule for the Biomedical Sciences program is available on the University of West Florida website.
Individual Modules with Descriptions:
The Biomedical Sciences program includes the following individual modules:
- Biology: This module covers the fundamental principles of biology, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
- Chemistry: This module covers the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic structure, chemical bonding, and thermodynamics.
- Physics: This module covers the fundamental principles of physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, and optics.
- Mathematics: This module covers the fundamental principles of mathematics, including algebra, calculus, and statistics.
- Social sciences: This module covers the fundamental principles of the social sciences, including sociology, psychology, and economics.
- Humanities: This module covers the fundamental principles of the humanities, including literature, history, and philosophy.
- Capstone research project: This module requires students to complete a research project under the supervision of a faculty mentor.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
Students in the Biomedical Sciences program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Homework assignments
- Lab reports
- Research projects
- Presentations
Assessment Criteria:
Students in the Biomedical Sciences program are assessed based on their:
- Knowledge of the subject matter
- Critical thinking skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The Biomedical Sciences program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Labs
- Tutorials
- Simulations
- Case studies
Faculty:
The Biomedical Sciences program is taught by a faculty of experienced and dedicated professors. The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and preparing them for success in their careers.
Unique Approaches:
The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of West Florida has a number of unique features, including:
- Small class sizes: The Biomedical Sciences program has small class sizes, which allows for more individualized attention from faculty.
- Research opportunities: Students in the Biomedical Sciences program have the opportunity to participate in research projects with faculty mentors.
- Mentoring program: The Biomedical Sciences program has a mentoring program that pairs students with faculty mentors. The mentors provide students with guidance and support throughout their academic careers.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program can pursue a wide range of careers in healthcare and in the biotechnology industry. Some of the most common career paths include:
- Physician
- Dentist
- Pharmacist
- Physician assistant
- Veterinarian
- Researcher
- Laboratory technician
- Medical writer
- Healthcare administrator
Opportunities:
Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program have a number of opportunities to advance their careers. They can pursue further education, such as a master's degree or doctorate. They can also gain experience through internships, residencies, or fellowships.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program have a high success rate in getting into post-graduate health professional schools and graduate schools. They also have a high success rate in finding jobs in the healthcare and biotechnology industries.
