Biomedical Science Major: Medical and Veterinary Sciences Option (B.S.)

Program Overview

The Biomedical Science: Medical and Veterinary Sciences program at the University of New Hampshire prepares students for careers in healthcare, research, and biotechnology. The program provides a strong foundation in biomedical sciences, develops critical thinking skills, and prepares students for success in professional health programs or research careers. Graduates have pursued careers in research, healthcare, government, and industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Biomedical Science: Medical and Veterinary Sciences (BMS:MVS) program at the University of New Hampshire is designed to prepare students for post-baccalaureate education in professional health programs such as veterinary school, medical school, and allied health programs, as well as careers as research scientists in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical sector or in government and academic research labs.

Objectives

The program objectives are to:

• Provide students with a strong foundation in the biomedical sciences, including biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics.
• Develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Prepare students for success in professional health programs or research careers.

Outline:

Content

The BMS:MVS program curriculum includes coursework in the following areas:

• Biomedical systems
• Pathobiology and disease
• Health and environmental issues

Structure

The program requires 128 credits, including:

• Core Curriculum: Discovery & Writing Program Requirements, Foreign Language Requirement
• Major Requirements: Foundation courses, Bioscience Core courses, BMS-MVS Core courses, and BMS-MVS Major Elective courses
• Capstone experience

Course Schedule

Careers:

Potential Career Paths

Graduates of the BMS:MVS program have pursued careers in the following areas:

• Research scientists/laboratory technicians
• Biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies
• Academic biomedical research programs
• Forensic laboratories
• Hospitals/health clinics
• State and federal government employment
• Public health laboratories
• Health inspector