University of Houston College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics 5 courses
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics > Department of Biology and Biochemistry > Biomedical Sciences, Certificate The Biomedical Sciences certificate is offered to students who seek post-baccalaureate academic preparation to develop a stronger foundation for future studies in biomedical or allied health professional programs. The program integrates components of professional development and humanistic approaches to health with fundamental biomedical science, trains students to apply their knowledge of biology, biochemistry, and genetics to specific diseases, and offers a practicum in research or clinical settings. The students can only pursue the certificate together with a non-thesis MS degree in Biology. Students graduating with an MS degree with the Biomedical Sciences certificate are typically bound to medical or dental schools, or other health-related careers.
Core Courses
12.0 Credit Hours
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 6351 | Integrative Anatomy & Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL 6352 | Molecular Mechanisms of Disease | 3 |
| BIOL 6355 | Introduction to Health Systems | 3 |
| BIOL 6356 | Medical Ethics | 3 |
Practicum
6.0 Credit Hours Also required: The practicum is carried out across two academic terms for a total of 6 credit hours (3 credit hours over 2 terms, one of which must include the summer term). Students will have the choice of selecting either 6 credit hours of internship, or 6 credit hours of laboratory research, or 3 credit hours of each. The internship is selected from an approved list of options. Laboratory research projects are performed under the guidance of a faculty member in the Department of Biology and Biochemistry. Students performing a practicum are expected to devote 9 to 10 hours per week to the practicum. Fewer than 8 hours per week will not be permitted. Satisfactory...
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 6350 | Biomedical Sciences Practicum | 3 |
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