MS BIOMED - Biomedical Sciences (MS)

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Program Title

Biomedical Sciences (MS)

Default Credentials

MS - Master of Science

Program Description

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MS-BMS) degree program is designed to meet the needs of those students seeking to broaden and deepen their scientific knowledge base in their pursuit of dental, medical, physician assistant, pharmacy or graduate (PhD) school admission; junior/community college level teaching positions; and government employment opportunities. The program trains students in biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology and immunology, human anatomy, cell biology and histology, biomedical research and more.

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to compare and contrast different anatomic structures and functions and compare and contrast similar cellular systems and processes, including digestion of macromolecules, enzyme mechanisms, and immunity.

Students will be able to distinguish between categories of macromolecule monomers, pain physiology, and gene transfer mechanisms.

Students will be able to apply concepts, including thermodynamics, filtration and partial pressures, and mechanisms of antibiotic action, in order to solve equations and clinical scenarios.

Students will develop improved study strategies and time management during the year.

Compare/contrast and distinguish between multiple concepts and facets of biomedical science.

Apply knowledge of these concepts in order to solve discrete equations and complex clinical scenarios.

Learn how to better manage their time and improve study strategies in preparation for the demands of professional school or the workforce.

Compare/contrast and distinguish between multiple concepts and facets of biomedical science.

Apply knowledge of these concepts in order to solve discrete equations and complex clinical scenarios.

Learn how to better manage their time and improve study strategies in preparation for the demands of professional school or the workforce.

Admission Requirements

The program offers admission to students for fall enrollment. To be considered for fall admission, all applications must be submitted and completed by June 1.

MS in Biomedical Sciences applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Baccalaureate degree in a relevant scientific discipline
Transcripts from all previous colleges and universities attended
A GRE score ≥295 on the combined verbal and quantitative scores,
- Or a DAT score ≥15 on tests taken prior to March 1, 2025,
- Or a DAT score of ≥330 on tests taken after March 1, 2025,
- Or an MCAT score ≥492
GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
BCPM (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics) GPA will be reviewed at the discretion of the MS in Biomedical Sciences Admissions Committee
A personal statement highlighting strengths, motivation for admission to the program, and leadership and service record

Applicants to the MS BMS degree program who are participants in the Professional Portal Program must be recommended by the Admissions Committee of either the UMMC School of Dentistry (SOD) or School of Medicine (SOM), meet the minimum admission criteria for the program, and complete an application for admission to the MS-BMS program by the June 1 deadline.

Because of space constraints, this program is limited to legal residents of Mississippi, U.S. citizens, and permanent residents of the U.S.A. (Green Card Holders). In addition, because an essential aspect of UMMC's mission is training health care providers for Mississippi, preference is given to Mississippi residents.

Degree Requirements

Program Completion Requirements: To be eligible for graduation, students must maintain a GPA of 2.8 or higher or a weighted numerical average greater than or equal to 75% in a minimum of 30 credit hours beyond the BS or BA degree. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 10 credit hours from the courses listed in Groups A and B below.

CORE COURSES - 10 of the 30 hours required for graduation must be selected from the core courses below.

Group A (at least 2 courses must be chosen from this group):
CMB 704	Fundamental Biochemistry (or another CMB course)	6
PHYSIO 725	Fundamental Physiology (or another PHYSIO course)	7
MICRO 741	Fundamental Microbiology (or another MICRO course)	6
PHARM 726	Fundamental Pharmacology (or another PHARM course)	6
BMS 701A and 701B	Fundamentals of Materials Science A and B	6
ANAT 715	Neurobiology (or another Neuroscience course)	4-6
ID 767	Fundamental Histology and Cell Biology (or ANAT 713)	3
ID 768	Essential Anatomy (or ANAT 711)	3
Group B (at least 1 course must be chosen from this group):
ID 709	Responsible Conduct in Research	1
ID 740	Statistical Methods in Research I	3
ID 727	Professional Development for Biomedical Careers	1

PLAN OF STUDY

The 33-credit hour plan of study outlined below is recommended. For students wishing additional study in a particular discipline, elective courses may be substituted, as long as a minimum of 10 hours of coursework come from the CORE COURSES listed above. These students should consult the director for the MS-Biomedical Sciences program for alternative study plans.

Year 1 - Fall
CMB 704	Fundamental Biochemistry	6
ID 767	Fundamental Histology and Cell Biology	3
PHYSIO 725	Fundamental Physiology	7
ID 727	Professional Development for Biomedical Careers	1
		17
Year 1 - Spring
MICRO 741	Fundamental Microbiology and Immunology	6
PHARM 726	Fundamental Pharmacology	6
ID 768	Essential Anatomy	3
ID 727	Professional Development for Biomedical Careers	1
		16
Elective Options Include:
ANAT 715	Neurobiology (or another Neuroscience course)	4-6
BMS 701A and 701B	Fundamentals of Materials Science A and B	6
ID 709	Responsible Conduct in Research	1
ID 712	Medical Genetics (online)	3
ID 715	Teaching in Higher Education	3
ID 716	Teaching Practicum	1-3
ID 737	Research in Biomedical Sciences	1-6
ID 740	Statistical Methods in Research 1	3

For more information about this program, contact:

Casey Boothe, PhD
Email: craborn@umc.edu
Phone: (601) 815-9089