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Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Rocky Vista University (MSBS)

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program at Rocky Vista University (RVU) is a
9-month, full time, in-person attendance Monday-Friday interdisciplinary post-baccalaureate program designed to prepare the student to enter professional and/or advanced degree programs in biomedical disciplines. The program offers a core curriculum in biomedical sciences (31 credit hours) that is intended to strengthen the student’s academic record and qualifications for candidacy at medical, veterinary, dental, physician assistant, or other professional schools.

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GOALS

  • To train graduate students in the principles and experimental methodologies of biomedical sciences as they relate to health and disease
  • To ensure graduates develop the requisite critical thinking skills and knowledge to satisfy a goal of entry into professional education and/or advanced degrees in the discipline
  • To aid students in attaining their placement and/or admittance goals into health-related professional education and/or advanced degrees in the biomedical disciplines

UNIQUE FEATURES

  • The majority of courses are taught by the medical school faculty (PhDs, DOs, MDs, and PharmDs)
  • Case studies are widely integrated into the curriculum
  • The program integrates service learning into each semester
  • Exams are in block testing format to prepare students for long exams, such as the MCAT and board exams
  • The program incorporates simulation experiences each semester with medical students and standardized patients
  • Why get your Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) degree at RVU?

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences Program Fact Sheet (PDF)

PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program, students will be able to:

  • Apply biomedical principles to health-related disciplines
  • Solve problems utilizing evidence-based concepts
  • Communicate effectively
  • Cultivate compassion
  • Embody the core virtues of the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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Samantha Williams

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