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Biological Sciences—Health Studies ConcentrationMASTER OF SCIENCE
M.S in Biological Sciences—Health Studies ConcentrationThe Master of Science in Biological Sciences, with a concentration in Health Studies, is a 12-month, 30-credit program designed to better prepare graduates of undergraduate science programs for entrance into health or medical professional schools. It offers the opportunity for students to enhance their academic records, to improve test scores, and to obtain a graduate degree. The program is geared to the student who has completed an undergraduate science degree and desires working toward a graduate degree in the pre-health professions. The student will obtain a Master of Science degree at the end of the program that will prepare him or her for future careers in any health-care profession, other graduate science programs, or employment.
All entering M.S. students are required to complete 30 credits. The program is a lockstep program to be completed in 12 months.
Program Benefits■■ faculty mentors
■■ practical skills
■■ standardized test prep
■■ multidisciplinary
■■ rigorous coursework
Career OpportunitiesAfter completion of this degree, the student will be prepared to pursue the following professional/graduate fields.
■■ Medical (D.O., M.D.)
■■ Dental
■■ Optometry
■■ Physician Assistant (P.A.)
■■ Pharmacy
■■ Podiatric Medicine
■■ Chiropractic Medicine
■■ Veterinary Medicine
■■ Other Allied Health Professions
■■ Graduate Research programs in Biology
■■ Health Care Industry
Learn More cnso.nova.edu/biology
About the Halmos College of Natural Sciences and OceanographyThe Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography, located on both the Fort Lauderdale/Davie and Oceanographic campuses, offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate opportunities.
Graduate studies include M.S. degrees in the biological sciences (including health studies), and marine sciences (including marine biology, coastal zone management, and marine environmental science), and a Ph.D. program in marine biology/oceanography. There is also a four-course certificate in computational molecular biology available online.
Curriculum | Total Credits: 30
DEGREE PROGRAM COURSES
SUMMER 1 (6 credits) Credits
BCOR 5000 Graduate Seminar 3BMHS 5100 Practical Skills in Health Studies 3
FALL 1 (12 credits)
BMHS 5200 Pathophysiology 3BMHS 5300 Pharmacodynamics 3BMHS 5400 Advanced Regional Anatomy/Lab 3BMHS 5500 Advanced Biochemistry 3
WINTER 1 (12 credits)
BCOR 5585 Genomics 3BCOR 5150 Immunobiology 3BCOR 5350 Principles of Epidemiology 3BMHS 5250 Systems Neuroscience 3Comprehensive Exam (in the style of a standardized exam) —two attempts possible
Biological Sciences—Health Studies ConcentrationMASTER OF SCIENCE
Graduate Admissions3301 College Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796 cnso.nova.edu/admissions (954) 262-3600 • [email protected]
This publication should not be viewed as a substitution for official program requirements and outcomes. A student is responsible for meeting the curriculum and program requirements in the Graduate Student Catalog that are in effect when the student enters the program.
Nova Southeastern University admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, military service, veteran status, and national or ethnic origin. n Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, doctorate, and professional degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Nova Southeastern University. 09-114-18_01PGA
Student testimonial“Being a part of the NSU Master of Science in Biological Sciences program provided me with a deeper understanding of biology. Ultimately, this program has increased my confidence and assures me that I am prepared for my desired professional school. I know I would not have been able to receive several dental school interviews without being a master’s-degree student.”
—Alma Alfarra; Class of 2019