Certificate of Graduate Study
Biomedical Sciences
All students enter the biomedical sciences program as candidates for the MS degree.
Any student who successfully completes the foundation (first-year) of the program is eligible to receive a certificate of post-baccalaureate graduate study (CGS) as
a terminal award if they leave before completing either the accelerated or two-year MS curriculum.
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The certificate shows the student has completed an integrated biomedical sciences
curriculum including courses in anatomy, neuroscience, physiology and other biomedical
science disciplines. Successful completion of the Certificate of Graduate Studies
indicates the student is able to:
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of important fundamental concepts of the biomedical
sciences (i.e., structure and function of cells and organ systems, etc.).
- communicate scientific information in written and oral forms.
- apply information skills to access, synthesize and interpret medical literature.
- utilize technology to acquire information and solve problems in health sciences.
Visit our concentrations page to learn about the options available to second-year students in the MS in Biomedical
Sciences program or view information about our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies and other professional programs.
Biomedical Sciences Program Highlights
Applying to Medical School as a Biomedical Sciences Student
MS Degree Concentration Options
PCOM offers concentrations including forensic biology, research and more for students pursuing a master of science
(MS) degree.