BS Biomedical Sciences

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Quinnipiac University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Quinnipiac University provides a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, microbiology, immunology and other biomedical sciences, making it a strong fit for students interested in medicine, scientific research, biotechnology and healthcare. The 120-credit curriculum combines laboratory-based science with advanced biomedical courses and electives, allowing students to shape their studies around professional or graduate-school goals.

Curriculum Structure:

Year 1:

Students begin with the scientific fundamentals through BIO 150 General Biology for Majors, CHE 110 General Chemistry I and Laboratory, and BIO 151 Molecular and Cell Biology and Genetics. They also begin their biomedical focus with BMS 275 Introduction to Biomedical Research, giving them an early introduction to scientific research.

Year 2:

The curriculum moves into human biology and laboratory science through BIO 211 Human Anatomy and Physiology I, BIO 212 Human Anatomy and Physiology II, and BMS 370 General Microbiology and Laboratory. Students also complete Organic Chemistry I and II with laboratories and MA 275 Biostatistics, strengthening their understanding of biological systems and scientific data.

Year 3:

Students develop deeper biomedical expertise through BMS 375 Immunology and Immunology Lab, PHY 110/111 General Physics I and II with laboratories, and advanced biomedical electives. Depending on their interests, they can also study BMS 472 Biotechnology or BIO 471 Molecular Genetics and Laboratory.

Year 4:

The final year focuses on disease processes, biochemistry and the integration of biomedical knowledge through BMS 318 Pathophysiology, CHE 315 Biochemistry I and Laboratory, and SHS 420 Integrative Capstone. Students can use their BMS electives to explore advanced areas aligned with careers or further study in biomedical and health sciences.

Focus areas:

Biology, chemistry, physics, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, immunology, pathophysiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular genetics, biomedical research, medical diagnostics, pharmaceutical science, human health and disease.

Learning outcomes:

Advanced biomedical-science knowledge; understanding of human health and disease mechanisms; ability to evaluate how research discoveries translate into patient treatments; laboratory and technical skills; scientific research and communication; critical analysis; and awareness of the social and ethical impact of biomedical discoveries.

Professional alignment (accreditation):

The B.S. in Biomedical Sciences is an academic biomedical-science program rather than a separately listed clinical professional program. Quinnipiac University is institutionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), while the program is designed to support pathways into medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant studies, pathologists' assistant programs, biomedical sciences and other graduate/professional fields.

Reputation (employability):

Quinnipiac reports a 100% success rate for its 2025 Biomedical Sciences graduates who were employed or enrolled in graduate study six months after graduation, with a 69% knowledge rate. The university also identifies the program as STEM-designated and reports that 75% of Quinnipiac seniors participated in at least one experiential-learning opportunity; across the university, 98.5% of the 2025 graduating class was employed or pursuing advanced education within six months.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Biomedical Sciences, B.S. at Quinnipiac University gives students practical experience through laboratory courses, faculty-mentored research, independent studies, internships, course projects and the senior capstone. Students who meet the academic requirements can work with faculty on research during the semester or through the Quinnipiac Interdisciplinary Program for Research and Scholarship (QUIP-RS) during the summer, while internship opportunities can provide experience in local biotechnology companies and health facilities.

The program's hands-on opportunities include:

Biomedical research: Students can participate in faculty-mentored research through an independent study or summer research through QUIP-RS. Students may present their findings at regional and national meetings, including conferences associated with the American Society for Microbiology, Society for Neuroscience, and American College of Sports Medicine.
Research funding: QUIP-RS provides undergraduate research opportunities with faculty mentors and supports students in completing research projects over an eight-week summer program.
Internships: BMS 397 Biomedical Sciences Internship provides part-time professional experience with a sponsoring organization, connecting theory with current practice in the translational sciences. Students document their work through journals/discussion boards, a written report and a seminar or poster presentation. A minimum 3.0 GPA and department-chair permission are required.
Industry and healthcare exposure: The university specifically identifies internship opportunities with local biotechnology companies and health facilities, allowing students to gain experience in professional biomedical environments.
Laboratory experience: The curriculum includes dedicated laboratory components in areas such as General Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, giving students repeated opportunities to apply biomedical concepts experimentally.
Course projects and capstones: Quinnipiac identifies course projects and capstones as key hands-on learning experiences, allowing students to apply their biomedical knowledge in practical contexts.
Research facilities: Quinnipiac's SITE (Science, Innovation, Technology and Exploration) is a 137,000-square-foot academic building with state-of-the-art wet and dry laboratories and 15 modern science teaching laboratories, supporting interdisciplinary science learning and research.
Health-science simulation facilities: The School of Health Sciences provides a Simulation Laboratory with five high-fidelity simulation suites, along with a Standardized Patient and Assessment Center containing 16 patient examination rooms. These facilities support the university's broader health-science learning environment.
Digital tools/software: The official Biomedical Sciences sources do not identify a specific commercial software package as a required program-wide tool. The program does, however, include research and laboratory work, and students can select advanced areas such as biotechnology and molecular biology where technology-based research methods are used.
Group projects: Quinnipiac identifies course projects, interdisciplinary research and collaborative capstone experiences as experiential-learning opportunities, although the university does not specify one program-wide mandatory group project for every Biomedical Sciences student.
Field trips/study abroad: Quinnipiac's broader experiential-learning framework includes field study, study abroad and overseas applied learning; the Biomedical Sciences program specifically highlights research, internships and hands-on learning rather than identifying a mandatory field trip.
Libraries and research resources: Students can use Quinnipiac's university library and research resources to support scientific literature searches, independent research and biomedical projects.

Facilities & Resources: Biomedical Sciences students benefit from Quinnipiac's SITE science facilities, School of Health Sciences simulation resources, biomedical research laboratories and broader university research infrastructure. The SITE brings wet and dry laboratories together with modern science teaching spaces, while the School of Health Sciences adds high-fidelity simulation and clinical-learning environments that complement the biomedical curriculum.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The Biomedical Sciences, B.S. at Quinnipiac University prepares graduates for opportunities in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical diagnostics, university-based biomedical research, and government or public-health laboratories. The degree also provides a foundation for professional and graduate study in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant studies, pathologists’ assistant programs, and biomedical sciences.

Typical career roles: Biomedical Research Associate, Clinical Research Associate, Laboratory Analyst, Biotechnology Research Associate.

Key career advantages include:

Career support: Quinnipiac’s Career and Experiential Learning Lab provides one-to-one career advising, resume and interview preparation, career-path planning, salary research, and access to Handshake for jobs and internships. Health Sciences students also have dedicated career advisers who help them develop professional networks and pursue internships.
Employment outcomes: Quinnipiac reports a 100% success rate for its 2025 Biomedical Sciences graduates who were employed or enrolled in graduate school six months after graduation, based on a 69% knowledge rate. The university also reports that 75% of seniors participated in at least one experiential-learning opportunity.
Salary information: Quinnipiac provides students with access to labor-market insights covering starting salaries, hiring trends and in-demand skills through its Career and Experiential Learning Lab. The university's Biomedical Sciences page reports an 11% projected increase in jobs for biomedical science graduates between 2022 and 2032, based on 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
University–industry connections: Quinnipiac has established relationships with healthcare and professional organizations, while its career-development system enables employers to post internships and jobs, participate in career fairs, conduct campus interviews, arrange site visits and develop internship programs. The university also reports clinical partnerships including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Hartford Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center across its Health Sciences programs.
Professional preparation: The BMS 397 Biomedical Sciences Internship gives eligible students supervised professional experience and opportunities to build workplace networks. Research, course projects and capstones also help students demonstrate practical skills to potential employers.
Long-term accreditation value: Quinnipiac University is institutionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). NECHE accreditation provides external assurance that the institution meets established standards for educational quality and has the resources to fulfill its academic mission.
Graduation outcomes: Biomedical Sciences graduates can enter pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, medical diagnostics, biomedical research, and city, state or federal health/research laboratories, or continue into professional and graduate programs.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the B.S., students can continue into medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, pathologists’ assistant, forensic science, microbiological sciences, molecular biology, biotechnology, toxicology, neurobiology, or biomedical science graduate programs. The program's foundation in biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology and biochemistry can also support applications to other health-professional and research-focused postgraduate programs.