Foundation Year Biomedical Sciences Courses
MS in Biomedical Sciences Degree
The first year of the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program lays the foundation for further studies by helping students develop their scientific and professional skills.
Course names and sequences are different across our three campuses but all cover the same foundational concepts and subjects, such as:
- Biochemistry
- Molecular biology and genetics
- Anatomy and physiology lectures
- Anatomy lab
- Neuroscience
The coursework is designed to prepare students 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.
Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students may choose to pursue one of several second-year degree concentrations or elect to receive a Certificate of Graduate Study (CGS) in Biomedical Sciences. Students who meet academic success criteria may apply to the one-year accelerated master's program.
REQUEST PROGRAM INFORMATIONCourse Sequence
MS in Biomedical Sciences degree candidates must successfully complete foundation year coursework in order to progress to a second-year degree concentration. Course sequences vary by location. Course descriptions are listed in the PCOM course catalog.
PCOM
Fall Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 501 | Molecular Basis of Medicine |
| BIOM 508 | Biostats |
| BIOM 509 | Scientific Communication |
| BIOM 510 | Medical Microbiology |
Spring Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 503 + 513 | Anatomy I/II |
| BIOM 504 | Histology |
| BIOM 507 | Physiology |
PCOM Georgia
Fall Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 501 | Molecular Basis of Medicine |
| BIOM 508 | Biostats |
| BIOM 509 | Scientific Communication |
| BIOM 510 | Medical Microbiology |
Spring Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 503 + 513 | Anatomy I/II |
| BIOM 504 | Histology |
| BIOM 507 | Physiology |
PCOM South Georgia
Fall Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 503 | Anatomy I |
| BIOM 504 | Histology |
| BIOM 506 | Physiology |
| BIOM 509 | Scientific Communication |
Spring Term
| Course Number | Course Title |
| BIOM 501 | Molecular Basis of Medicine |
| BIOM 508 | Biostats |
| BIOM 510 | Medical Microbiology |
| BIOM 513 | Anatomy II |
What Our Students Say
“I knew that some of the classes in the biomedical sciences program at PCOM Georgia mimicked those of the osteopathic medicine program, and I felt that they would prepare me well, not only in terms of the material, but in learning how to develop efficient study habits with a high course load.”
Hunter Vasquez, MS/Biomed ‘ 21
“The key factor in choosing the biomedical sciences program was that the curriculum revolved around integration into professional school. Looking back, attending the same lectures as first-year medical students was an immersive learning experience that has boosted my confidence and assured me of a smoother transition to medical school.”
Janai Groves, MS/Biomed ‘22
