Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biomedical Sciences. This program is designed to provide students with a foundation in biology and medicine, preparing them for a variety of careers in healthcare.

Program Description

The Biomedical Sciences program at UAB combines biology and medicine to give students a well-rounded education. The curriculum covers physiology, pharmacology, clinical biochemistry, medical microbiology, and immunology, as well as classes in chemistry, nutrition, and statistics. Students will also take courses such as Clinical Anatomy and Histology, Survey of Cell Biology for Health Professions, and Contemporary Issues in Biomedical Sciences.

Fast Facts

• UAB Biomedical Science majors have opportunities for individual and team mentoring and research.
• The program completes the prerequisites for medical school or other health-professions programs.

About the Program

The Biomedical Sciences program is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in healthcare but are unsure which specific field to enter. The program's curriculum is designed to prepare students for graduate programs in health professions, biotechnology, clinical laboratory science, genetic counseling, and more. Students will also have the opportunity to pursue a career in teaching by earning a certification to teach biology or general science through the UABTeach program.

Delivery Methods

On-Campus

The program delivers most of its content via on-campus, in-person meetings.

Degree Type

The degree type for this program is a Bachelor of Science (BS).

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Clinical biochemistry
• Medical microbiology
• Immunology
• Chemistry
• Nutrition
• Statistics

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program will be prepared for a variety of careers, including:

• Healthcare
• Biotechnology
• Clinical laboratory science
• Genetic counseling
• Teaching (with certification through the UABTeach program)