Biomedical Science (Pre-Pharmacy Concentration), Bachelor of Science
What is Biomedical Science?
Biomedical sciences is the study of the biological and chemical processes that keep the human body healthy and contribute to the development of diseases. It combines key areas like biology, chemistry, and medicine to explore how the body functions, diagnose illnesses, and discover new treatments. Through this field, students learn how to address medical challenges, improve healthcare, and make scientific breakthroughs. Biomedical sciences offers exciting opportunities for those who are curious about how science can directly impact human health and contribute to advances in medicine.
How to Use Your Biomedical Science Degree
A degree in biomedical sciences opens the door to a wide range of careers in healthcare, research, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Graduates can pursue roles such as research scientist, clinical trials specialist, lab technician, and healthcare administrator. The degree also prepares students for careers in the pharmaceutical industry in areas like drug development, regulatory affairs, and quality control. For those interested in public service, there are opportunities in public health, health policy, or contributing to global health initiatives. Biomedical science also provides a strong foundation for advanced studies in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or other healthcare professions. Additionally, graduates can explore careers in education, sales, bioinformatics, genomics, and even entrepreneurship within the biotech and healthcare industries. The versatility of this degree offers graduates the flexibility to make a meaningful impact in a variety of fields.
Program Description
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences is a dynamic four-year program designed to prepare students for impactful careers in healthcare, biomedical research, and related fields, or for advanced studies in biomedical and health sciences. This program places a strong emphasis on increasing diversity within the biomedical field, offering pathways for underrepresented students to excel in scientific research and healthcare innovation.
The curriculum provides a solid foundation in the basic sciences, including biology, chemistry, microbiology, physiology, anatomy, and advanced mathematics. As students advance, they dive into specialized coursework covering areas such as biomedical research, genetics, biopharmaceutics, biochemistry, and health disparities. With its interdisciplinary approach, this program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to tackle complex health challenges, contribute to groundbreaking research, and open doors to a wide range of career and academic opportunities in the biomedical and health sciences fields.
Pre-Pharmacy – The Pre-Pharmacy track within the Biomedical Sciences undergraduate program is designed for students seeking a direct and accelerated pathway to a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. This track provides a strong foundation in biological, chemical, and mathematical sciences, equipping students with the analytical and problem-solving skills essential for success in pharmacy school. Through the 3+4 accelerated program, qualified students complete three years of undergraduate coursework before seamlessly transitioning into a four-year PharmD program, allowing them to earn both a bachelor's and doctoral degree in a reduced timeframe. The curriculum includes key subjects such as pharmacology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, medical calculations, biostatistics, and pharmacy practice, ensuring students gain the knowledge required for patient care, drug therapy, and healthcare systems. Graduates of this track are well-prepared for the challenges of pharmacy school and future careers in clinical practice, pharmaceutical research, or healthcare innovation.
SUMMARY
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements 1 | 42 | |
| Major Requirements (30 hours) | ||
| BIOM 331 | Principles of Biomedical Research | 3 |
| BIOM 332 | Biomedical anatomy & Physiology | 3 |
| BIOM 333 | Biomedical Genetics | 3 |
| BIOM 334 | Biomedical Writing | 3 |
| BIOM 335 | Health Disparities | 3 |
| BIOM 430 | Medical Calculations | 3 |
| BIOM 410 | Medical Calculations Lab | 1 |
| BIOM 420 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | 2 |
| BIOM 432 | Biomedical Biochemistry | 3 |
| BIOM 411 | Biomedical Biochemistry Lab | 1 |
| BIOM 436 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| BIOM 421 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 2 |
| Major Elective Requirements (13 hours) | ||
| BIOM 433 | Medical Communications | 3 |
| BIOM 434 | Introduction to Pharmacy Practice | 3 |
| BIOM 431 | Biopharmaceutics | 3 |
| BIOM 412 | Biopharmaceutics Lab | 1 |
| BIOM 330 | Pharmacy Seminar | 3 |
| Other Requirements (35 hours) | ||
| Biological Science Core (16 hours) | ||
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 111 | Biological Science I and Biological Science Lab I | 4 |
| BIOL 1307 & BIOL 112 | Biological Science II and Biological Science Lab II | 4 |
| BIOL 245 | Human Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2402 also allowed) 3 | 4 |
| BIOL 347 | Microbiology (BIOL 2420 or BIOL 2421 also allowed) | 4 |
| Biochemistry Core (10 hours) | ||
| CHEM 111 | Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 112 | Chemistry II Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 211 | Organic Chem I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 212 | Organic Chem II Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 231 | Organic Chem I | 3 |
| CHEM 232 | Organic Chem II | 3 |
| Physics Core (4 hours) | ||
| PHYS 1301 | College Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 213 | College Phys Lab I (PHYS 1401 also allowed) | 1 |
| Mathematics Core (4 hours) | ||
| MATH 2413 | Calculus & Analytic Geomtry I (MATH 2313 plus a free MATH elective is also allowed) | 4 |
| First Time Freshman (1 hour) 2 | ||
| FS 102 | Freshman Seminar/ first Year Experience | 1 |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
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Suggestions in the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (020)
MATH 2312 Precalculus Math (3 s.h.)
Life and Physical Science (030)
CHEM 1311 Chemistry I (3 s.h.) and CHEM 1312 Chemistry II (3 s.h.)
American History (060)
HIST 1301 Soc & Pol Hist US to 1877 (3 s.h.) and HIST 1302 Soc & Pol Hist US Since 1877 (3 s.h.)
Institutional Option (090)
Speech Option and MATH 1342 Elementary Statistics (3 s.h.)
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FS 102 can be substituted with a free elective for transfer students only.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | |
| BIOL 1306 | Biological Science I | 3 |
| BIOL 111 | Biological Science Lab I | 1 |
| CHEM 1311 | Chemistry I (Life and Physical Sciences 030 ) | 3 |
| CHEM 111 | Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| ENGL 1301 | Freshman English I (Communication 010) | 3 |
| MATH 2312 | Precalculus Math (Mathematics 020 ) | 3 |
| FS 102 | Freshman Seminar/ first Year Experience | 1 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BIOL 1307 | Biological Science II | 3 |
| BIOL 112 | Biological Science Lab II | 1 |
| CHEM 1312 | Chemistry II (Life and Physical Sciences 030 ) | 3 |
| CHEM 112 | Chemistry II Lab | 1 |
| ENGL 1302 | Freshman English II (Communication 010) | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science 080 Course | 3 | |
| Creative Arts 050 Course | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Third Semester | ||
| BIOL 245 | Human Anatomy & Physiology | 4 |
| BIOL 245L | Human Anat & Phys Lab | 0 |
| CHEM 231 | Organic Chem I | 3 |
| CHEM 211 | Organic Chem I Lab | 1 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus & Analytic Geomtry I | 4 |
| HIST 1301 | Soc & Pol Hist US to 1877 (American History 060) | 3 |
| POLS 2305 | American Government (Government/Political Science 070) | 3 |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Language, Philosophy, and Culture 040 Course | 3 | |
| CHEM 232 | Organic Chem II | 3 |
| CHEM 212 | Organic Chem II Lab | 1 |
| COMM 1321 or COMM 1315 |
Business & Professional Comm (Institutional Option 090 Speech Course) or Public Address |
3 |
| HIST 1302 | Soc & Pol Hist US Since 1877 (American History 060) | 3 |
| POLS 2306 | Texas Government (Government/Political Science 070) | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fifth Semester | ||
| BIOL 347 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIOL 347L | Microbiology Lab | 0 |
| PHYS 1301 | College Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 213 | College Phys Lab I | 1 |
| MATH 1342 | Elementary Statistics (Institutional Option 090 Course) | 3 |
| BIOM 330 | Pharmacy Seminar | 3 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Sixth Semester | ||
| BIOM 331 | Principles of Biomedical Research | 3 |
| BIOM 332 | Biomedical anatomy & Physiology | 3 |
| BIOM 333 | Biomedical Genetics | 3 |
| BIOM 334 | Biomedical Writing | 3 |
| BIOM 335 | Health Disparities | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Seventh Semester | ||
| BIOM 430 | Medical Calculations | 3 |
| BIOM 410 | Medical Calculations Lab | 1 |
| BIOM 420 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | 2 |
| BIOM 433 | Medical Communications | 3 |
| BIOM 432 | Biomedical Biochemistry | 3 |
| BIOM 411 | Biomedical Biochemistry Lab | 1 |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Eighth Semester | ||
| BIOM 431 | Biopharmaceutics | 3 |
| BIOM 412 | Biopharmaceutics Lab | 1 |
| BIOM 421 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 2 |
| BIOM 434 | Introduction to Pharmacy Practice | 3 |
| BIOM 436 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Contacts
Student Academic Support Specialist
Biomedical Sciences Program
Gray Hall, RM. 217
(713) 313-7869
Karen Stewart, Ed.D., M.S., M.Ed.
Biomedical Sciences Program Director
Gray Hall, RM. 119
(713) 313-7509
Ya Fatou Njie Mbye, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Gray Hall, RM. 124
(713) 313-7429