Biomedical Sciences, BS

NA On Campus Bachelors Program

Keiser University

Program Overview

Keiser University’s B.S. in Biomedical Sciences is designed for students interested in biomedical research, healthcare, laboratory careers, and further study in professional health programs such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, and physician assistant programs. Students build a strong foundation in the scientific principles of human health and disease through coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy and physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, immunology, and pathology, alongside extensive laboratory experience.

Curriculum Structure:

Lower-Division Study:
Students begin by developing a strong foundation in the natural sciences and mathematics. Core coursework includes General Chemistry, General Chemistry Laboratory, Organic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Physics I and II with laboratories, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology I and II with laboratories, along with Statistics and Calculus and Analytic Geometry I.

Upper-Division Study:
As students progress, the curriculum moves into more advanced biomedical science concepts and research-oriented subjects. Key courses include Biochemistry I and II, Microbiology and Microbiology Laboratory, Genetics and Genetics Laboratory, Molecular Biology I and II, Immunology, Fundamentals of Pathology, and Biology of Cancer, helping students develop a deeper understanding of cellular, molecular, genetic, and disease processes.

Professional & General Education Preparation:
Students also develop communication, analytical, and professional skills through courses such as Research Writing, Health Law and Ethics, Writing for the Technical Professional, and Critical Thinking. The program requires 121 credit hours and is approximately 35 months in length, with the university noting that completion time can vary depending on transfer credit and individual circumstances.

Focus Areas:

Biomedical sciences, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, immunology, pathology, cancer biology, anatomy and physiology, biomedical research, laboratory science, pre-medical and professional health preparation.

Learning Outcomes:

Students develop critical-thinking and analytical skills, learn to evaluate biomedical science information and formulate conclusions, gain the ability to conduct scientific investigations and report findings appropriately, and build a strong understanding of core biomedical concepts and biological mechanisms.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

The B.S. in Biomedical Sciences does not require separate programmatic accreditation, according to Keiser University. The university is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

Reputation (Employability):

Keiser University emphasizes a career-oriented approach, with the Biomedical Sciences program preparing students for positions in health departments, clinical and environmental chemistry, pharmaceutics, laboratories, and research settings, while also providing preparation for graduate and professional health programs. The university also highlights hands-on laboratory experience and small class sizes as features supporting students' professional preparation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Keiser University’s B.S. in Biomedical Sciences places a strong emphasis on hands-on laboratory training, giving students practical experience with techniques used in biomedical research and clinical laboratory environments. The curriculum includes laboratory work across molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics, chemistry, and physics, allowing students to apply scientific concepts through experimental work rather than relying solely on classroom learning. Students also learn from faculty with professional research experience, including faculty whose research areas include infectious diseases, microbiome genomics, molecular epidemiology, bioinformatics, proteomics, and genomics.

Key experiential opportunities and resources include:

Extensive laboratory coursework: Students complete hands-on laboratory components in areas including General Chemistry, Advanced Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, and other biomedical science disciplines.
Molecular and cell biology experience: The program specifically highlights laboratory training in molecular biology and cell biology, helping students develop techniques routinely used by biomedical scientists in research and clinical settings.
Microbiology and genetics laboratories: Laboratory coursework gives students practical experience in microbiology and genetics, complementing the program's advanced study of microorganisms, heredity, and biological mechanisms.
Scientific investigation and reporting: Students are expected to conduct scientific investigations, analyze information, draw conclusions, and appropriately report their findings—skills directly aligned with biomedical research.
Research-informed faculty: Biomedical Sciences faculty bring research expertise into the learning environment. For example, Keiser faculty research areas include bioinformatics, proteomics, genomics, lifespan and aging, infectious diseases, microbiome genomics, and molecular epidemiology.
Professional health preparation: The laboratory and scientific training is designed to support progression into graduate and professional programs, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant programs.
Equine Studies option: Students choosing the Equine Studies concentration receive additional hands-on experience in horse handling, equine nutrition, health and disease monitoring, riding, and veterinary shadowing/internship opportunities at Keiser's dedicated equine facility in Loxahatchee, Florida.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Keiser University’s B.S. in Biomedical Sciences (Pre-Med) is designed to support both immediate entry-level employment and progression into graduate or professional health programs. Graduates can pursue opportunities in biomedical research, healthcare, laboratory environments, and pharmaceutical or medical settings, while the curriculum also provides the scientific foundation for professional programs such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, and physician assistant programs.

Typical career options: Research Scientist, Laboratory Technician, Clinical Trials Coordinator, Biomedical Research Assistant.

The program's career preparation and progression opportunities include:

Career services: Keiser’s Department of Student Services provides résumé assistance, interview coaching, professional-development workshops, annual job fairs, on-campus employer recruiting, and access to job opportunities through its online career center. Career advising is also available to students and graduates.
Practical career preparation: Keiser's Biomedical Sciences program specifically develops laboratory techniques, research methodologies, experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, molecular biology techniques, biochemical analysis, cell culture and tissue-handling skills.
Internships and professional exposure: At Keiser's Flagship campus, internship and externship opportunities can provide hands-on professional experience, academic credit where applicable, mentoring, networking, and career-development experience.
Employment and salary information: Keiser's official Biomedical Sciences page identifies career opportunities in biomedical research, healthcare, and laboratory settings, but does not publish a program-specific employment rate or graduate salary figure. Therefore, a Keiser-specific salary or placement percentage should not be presented as an official program outcome.
University–industry connections: Keiser states that Student Services continually builds relationships with employers and community leaders to enhance graduates' employment opportunities. The university also provides on-campus recruiting and employer-focused career events.
Accreditation value: Keiser University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Keiser states that this accreditation supports educational quality, institutional effectiveness, credit transfer considerations, and recognition of its degrees by programs and employers. The Biomedical Sciences B.S. itself does not require separate programmatic accreditation.
Graduation and further-study outcomes: The university specifically positions the degree as preparation for entry-level laboratory/research employment as well as graduate and professional education, including Ph.D. programs in biomedical sciences, medical school, dental school, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant programs.

Further Academic Progression: After completing the B.S., students can continue into medical school or other professional health programs, including dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant programs. Students interested in research can also progress into graduate-level biomedical sciences programs, including Ph.D. study, using the research and laboratory foundation developed during the bachelor's degree.