The coursework emphasizes a science-based curriculum in general biology, anatomy and physiology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, biochemistry, epidemiology, immunology, and infectious disease. Additional courses in pharmacology, research methods, global health, the social sciences, and ethical and legal issues ensure students are prepared for a variety of hands-on professions in healthcare, laboratory science, and the biomedical sciences. Graduates will also have the foundation needed for entry into graduate education in such fields as physician assistant studies, medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, physical therapy, epidemiology, and medical research.
Effective Fall 2025
- School of Nursing & Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
- More Information about Biomedical Sciences
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities can be found in a variety of hands-on professions in medical laboratory science, biomedical sciences, and within the related fields of medicine, medical research, immunology, genetics, chemistry, forensic science, toxicology, microbiology, pharmaceutics, medical manufacturing, and beyond.
Recommended High School Subjects
Because of the strong emphasis on science, chemistry, and math in this major, applicants are encouraged to complete and have a strong academic performance in three high school algebra-based math courses and three high school science courses, which include at least one biology course with a lab and a chemistry course with a lab.
Special Admissions Requirements
There are no special admission requirements for this major.
Special Equipment Needs
Laptop Computer Required
- Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
- Intel Core i5 or i7 (generation 10 or higher) processor (recommended).
- 8+ GB RAM (recommended).
- 250+ GB Solid State Disk (SSD) drive (recommended).
- Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
- Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
- Laptop with touchscreen and pen support (recommended).
- Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
- Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services - Service Desk available for assistance).
- Chromebooks and other devices running ChromeOS are prohibited.
Remediation Strategies
All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in the College Catalog (see https://www.pct.edu/catalog/admissions-policy).
Transfer Procedures
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see https://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/transferring-credits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
International health credentials/licensure, sciences courses, and most math courses will not be accepted to satisfy requirements of this major. Please see additional information for international students applying to Nursing & Health Sciences majors.
Program Goals
A graduate of this major should be able to:- demonstrate professional communication of biomedical sciences and health-related concepts utilizing professional written and oral skills.
- demonstrate knowledge of the core concepts of biomedical sciences.
- appraise the contribution and impact of the core biomedical sciences in advancing healthcare practices.
- analyze broad knowledge of biomedical concepts as they relate to health and human disease.
- analyze scientific research and literature in biomedical sciences and health-related concepts.
Performance Standards
All students must earn a "C" (2.0) or higher in all BIO, MTH, PHS, HTH, CHM, and BMC elective courses. If a lower grade is earned in any of these courses, the course must be repeated.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1.0 | .50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| BIO108 | Principles of Biology I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BIO115 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTD | Math Elective (MTH180 or Higher) | 3.0 | M | MTD | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15.0 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BIO109 | Principles of Biology II | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BIO125 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL121 | English Composition II | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| or | |||||||
| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTR104 | Basics of Medical Terminology | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTC | Math Elective (MTH182 or Higher) | 3.0 | M | MTC | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17.0 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CHM111 | General Chemistry I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| PHS115 | College Physics I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| or | |||||||
| PHS201 | General Physics I | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| SPC | Speech Elective | 3.0 | S | SPC | |||
| CSC124 | Information, Technology & Society | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14.0 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CHM121 | General Chemistry II | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| OEA | Open Elective | 3.0 | S | OEA | |||
| PSY111 | General Psychology | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| ARP | Core Arts Perspective | 3.0 | S | ARP | |||
| OEA | Open Elective | 3.0 | S | OEA | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16.0 | ||||||
| Fifth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BIO201 | Microbiology | 4.0 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CHM210 | Organic Chemistry I | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CHM211 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 1.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| PSY204 | Psychological Disorders & Treatments | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTH159 | Statistics for Health & Behavioral Sciences | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| or | |||||||
| MTH161 | Statistics for STEM Fields with Computer Applications | 3.5 | 3 | 1.50 | M | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14.0 | ||||||
| Sixth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BIO310 | Genetics | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| HTH302 | Foundations of Epidemiology | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CHM370 | Biochemistry | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| PSY203 | Developmental Psychology | 3.0 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| BMC | Biomedical Science Elective | 3.0 | M | BMC | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15.0 | ||||||
| Seventh Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BMC | Biomedical Science Elective | 3.0 | M | BMC | |||
| BMC | Biomedical Science Elective | 3.0 | M | BMC | |||
| BIO311 | Introduction to Human Pathophysiology | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BIO320 | Immunology | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| HIP | Core Historical Perspective | 3.0 | S | HIP | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15.0 | ||||||
| Eighth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| HTH313 | Healthcare for Aging Populations | 3.0 | Writing Enriched Requirement | 3 | M | REQ | |
| HTH304 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| HTH415 | Introduction to Global Health | 3.0 | Cultural Diversity Requirement | 3 | M | REQ | |
| HTH382 | Ethical & Legal Issues Related to Medicine | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| HTH409 | Research Methods for Healthcare | 3.0 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15.0 | ||||||