Master's Degree (M.S.) in Biomedical Science

FAU medical students working in laboratory

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine offers graduate education programs that provide students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to engage in the forefront of basic, applied, and translational research or to continue their studies toward professional degrees in the health sciences.

Students interested in pursuing advanced studies in biomedical science may obtain a Master's Degree in Biomedical Science, taking the thesis, or non-thesis option. The degree requires 30 credits. Students may also register as non-degree seeking.

Thesis Track

The thesis option is oriented towards those students interested in pursuing biomedical research careers in industry or academia and can provide a stepping stone to the Ph.D. degree. Typical degree completion is as little as 1.5 years and as many as 3.5 years.

Requirements

Non-Thesis Track

Designed for students seeking in-depth exposure to biomedical science or to solidify their knowledge base in preparation for a broad range of career options, including further study in schools. Typical degree completion is as little as 1 year and as many as 2 years.

Requirements

Non-Degree Track

Students can register as non-degree seeking status which provides them the opportunity to take biomedical science graduate courses for enrichment or to meet pre-acceptance requirements for entry into a graduate degree program.

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Courses (Thesis/Non-Thesis)

Current courses listed below (Biomedical and Electives) may be used toward the M.S. in Biomedical Sciences degree (Thesis or Non-Thesis). Any course not included on this list must be approved by the college's graduate committee if it is to be used to satisfy degree requirements.

Program Contacts

Dr. Marc Kantorow
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
Professor of Biomedical Science
mkantoro@health.fau.edu
561-297-2910

Dr. Bridget Smith
Associate Director of Graduate Programs
bstatler@health.fau.edu
561-297-4549

Additional Information
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine offers students a variety of educational programs and degrees.
Address
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Road, BC-71
Boca Raton, FL 33431