Biomedical science at 勛圖厙 is the study of how living systems function at the molecular, cellular and organismal levels, with a focus on understanding health, disease and the foundations of medical science. This area prepares you to explore the biological principles that drive advances in medicine, biotechnology and research, setting the stage for careers in healthcare, graduate study or work in the biomedical industry.
About Biomedical Science at FAU
At 勛圖厙 Atlantic, the biomedical science concentration is designed for students who want to move directly into graduate or medical school, or launch a career in biotech, government or biomedical organizations. You���ll learn in small classes, work closely with faculty mentors and have access to hands-on research opportunities from your first year. The program���s structure encourages you to build a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, while electives let you tailor your studies to your interests���from neuroscience to biotechnology. The Honors College environment means you���ll be challenged and supported as you prepare for your next step.
Degrees Offered at 勛圖厙 Atlantic
Undergraduate
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Bachelor of Science with Concentration in Biomedical Science (Wilkes Honors College)
Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through coursework and research.
3. Gain hands-on laboratory experience and learn to design and conduct experiments.
4. Prepare for entry into graduate, medical or professional schools, or for employment in biomedical fields.
2. Apply scientific methods to analyze and solve problems in biomedical science.
3. Communicate scientific findings clearly in both written and oral formats.
4. Work effectively in laboratory and research settings, following ethical and safety standards.
5. Engage in independent research and complete an honors thesis project.
at 勛圖厙 AtlanticStart Your Journey
Concentration in Biomedical Science
Students must earn a "C" or better in each course taken to fulfill a concentration requirement.
NOTE: Due to the significant overlap, students may not double concentrate in Biology and Biomedical Science.
Overview and Advisory Board
The biomedical science concentration is designed for those students who wish to go on to graduate school, medical school, or who desire to work for biotech firms, government agencies, or other organizations in the biomedical field.
Assistant Professor of Biology Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College Biology Professor of Neuroscience Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College Pharmacology Jupiter Campus | MC-22 216G Associate Professor of Biology Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College Biology Associate Professor of Biology Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College Biology Instructor of Biology Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College Biology Senior Instructor of Biology Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College BiologyAdvisory Board

Dr. Kelsie MarEdith Bernot, Ph.D

Lucia Carvelli, Ph.D.

Andia Chaves Fonnegra, Ph.D.

Erik Dubou矇, Ph.D.

Conrad Toepfer, Ph.D.

Catherine Trivigno, Ph.D.
Required Courses
Course #
Course Name
Credits
BSC 1010, 1010L
Honors Biological Principles with Lab
4
BSC 1011, 1011L
Honors Biodiversity with Lab
4
CHM 2045, 2045L
Honors General Chemistry I with Lab
4
CHM 2046, 2046L
Honors General Chemistry II with Lab
4
MAC 2311
Honors Calculus I with Analytic Geometry
4
STA 2023 or MAC 2312
Honors Introductory Statistics or Honors College Calculus II
3-4
PHY 2048 or PHY 2053
Honors General Physics I or Honors College Physics I
4
PHY 2048L
Honors Gen Physics I Lab
1
PHY 2049 or PHY 2054
Honors General Physics II or Honors College Physics II
4
PHY 2049L
Honors Gen Physics II Lab
1
CHM 2210, 2204L
Honors Organic Chemistry I with Lab
4
CHM 2211, 2205L
Honors Organic Chemistry II with Lab
4
PCB 3703, PCB 3703L or BSC 2085, 2085L
Honors Human Morphology and Function I with Lab or Anatomy and Physiology 1 with Lab
4
PCB 3063
Honors Genetics
4
泭
Electives
14
IDS 4970
Honors Thesis (two semesters)
6
泭
Total Credits
72-73
Electives
Course #
Course Name
Credits
BCH 3033
Honors Biochemistry
3
BSC 3452
Honors Experimental Design and Data Analysis*
3
BSC 4403L
Honors Biotechnology Lab
2
BSC 4442C泭
Honors Molecular Ecology
3
BSC 4892
Honors Artificial Intelligence in Biology
3
BSC 4915泭
Honors Dir Ind Res in Biology泭
1-3
BSC 4930
Honors Special Topics in Biology (Must be related to biomedical science���approval of advisor required)
1-3
PSB 4072
Honors Neurobiology of Mental Illness
3
PCB 4054C
RI: Honors Drosophila Genes and Behavior (CURE)
3
MCB 3020 (w/3020L)
Honors Microbiology (with Lab)
3 (4)
PCB 3411泭
Honors Animal Behavior
3
PCB 3704, PCB 3704L or BSC 2086, 2086L
Honors Human Morphology and Function II with Lab or Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab
4
PCB 3840
Honors Introduction to Neuroscience
3
PCB 3850
Honors Neurobiology Imaging
3
PCB 4102
Honors Molecular Cell Biology
3
PCB 4102
Honors Cell Biology
4
PCB 4233泭
Immunology
3
PCB 4234
Honors Biology of Cancer
3
PCB 4253
Honors Developmental Biology
3
PCB 4673
Honors Evolution
3
PCB 4832C
RI Neurophysiology
3
PCB 4841
Honors Cellular Neuroscience
3
PHI 4633
RI: Biomedical Ethics
3
PSB 3441
Honors Drugs and Behavior
3
PSB 3340
Honors Behavioral Neuroscience
3
PSB 4003
Introduction to Neuroscience Research
3
PSB 4243
Honors Neuroscience of Addiction
3
ZOO 2303, 2303L
Honors Vertebrate Zoology with Lab
4
ZOO 4742
Honors Principles of Human Neuroanatomy
3