Basic Medical Sciences (Graduate Certificate)
The Graduate Certificate in Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) will offer a didactic, multidisciplinary (broadly-based), and human biology-oriented curriculum. The GC program can enhance the academic preparation of individuals holding a bachelor's, master's or professional degree who are seeking to subsequently matriculate into human or veterinary medical, dental, or other health professional degree programs. The curriculum can facilitate career advancement of individuals employed in the areas of biomedical research and science education.
Program Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Basic Medical Sciences will require completion of 16 credits in BMS core courses with an overall GPA of 3.0 or greater. While not all courses listed are mandatory, courses must be taken in three different disciplines (based on course identifier). All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the School of Medicine governing graduate scholarship and degrees.
Core Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 6000 | Molecular Cell Biology I | 3 |
| BMB 7010 | General Biochemistry Lecture | 4 |
| CB 7210 | Fundamentals of Cancer Biology | 4 |
| IM 7010 | Fundamentals of Immunology | 2 |
| IM 7020 | Fundamentals of Microbiology | 2 |
| IM 7030 | Molecular Biology of Viruses | 2 |
| MGG 7010 | Molecular Biology and Genetics | 4 |
| PHC 6500 | Drugs and the Addictive Process | 3 |
| PHC 7010 | Pharmacology Lecture | 4 |
| PHC 7410 | Principles of Toxicology | 3 |
| PSL 7010 | Basic Graduate Physiology Lecture I | 4 |
| PSL 7030 | Basic Graduate Physiology Lecture II | 4 |
| PYC 7010 | Basis of Neural Sciences I: Mechanisms and Molecules | 3 |
| BMS 6550 | Medical Anatomy for Health Professionals | 4 |