Prepare for What’s Next in Healthcare and Biomedical Science
The online Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program provides a strong foundation in biomedical science while allowing you to tailor your education to your academic and professional goals. Through a shared core curriculum and three concentration options—Pre-Medical Studies, Data Science in Healthcare, and Public Health and Health Policy—you can prepare for advanced health professions education or career opportunities across healthcare, research, data science, public health, or health policy.
Through an integrated curriculum, you will explore the biochemical, cellular, physiological, and neurological processes that sustain human life while developing skills in evidence-based practice, research, scientific inquiry, and analysis.
The concentrations build upon a shared biomedical science foundation, allowing you to develop additional knowledge and skills aligned with your professional goals.
Graduates of the M.S. Biomedical Sciences program are prepared to pursue advanced education or career opportunities across healthcare, biomedical science, and related fields.
Pre-Medical Studies Concentration
If medical school or another advanced health professions program is your next step, the Pre-Medical Studies concentration offers focused preparation for the demands ahead.
You’ll strengthen your foundation in biomedical science while building skills in scientific reasoning and evidence-based practice to demonstrate your readiness for advanced study.
You’ll also receive dedicated pre-health advising for MCAT preparation, application strategy, and planning for your next step toward medicine or another clinical health profession. Together, this academic preparation and advising will strengthen your competitiveness for medical and other health profession programs, including the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM).
Data Science in Healthcare Concentration
Combine biomedical science with the analytical and technical skills increasingly used across healthcare. You’ll gain applied experience in programming, biostatistics, predictive analytics, machine learning, and data visualization while developing skills to responsibly analyze, interpret, and communicate health data.
Explore how data can inform clinical care, biomedical research, population health, and health system decision-making. This concentration will be a strong fit if you’re interested in emerging data-driven roles across healthcare, research, or the biomedical sector.
Public Health and Health Policy Concentration
Examine health beyond the individual level by exploring the systems, policies, and population-level factors that shape health and healthcare. You’ll develop knowledge in public health, healthcare access and financing, law and ethics, and policy development and advocacy.
This concentration can help you understand how decisions made across healthcare systems and public policy influence health outcomes and access to care. It may be a strong fit if you’re interested in applying your biomedical science background to public health, health policy, healthcare administration, advocacy, or other related fields.
Career Pathways
The Chicago School's online M.S. Biomedical Sciences program prepares you for advanced education in the health professions and career opportunities aligned with your chosen concentration, including:
Pre-Medical Studies
- Medical school and other advanced health profession programs
- Biomedical and clinical research
- Clinical research coordination
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations
- Laboratory and research settings
Data Science in Healthcare
- Biomedical, healthcare, research, and clinical data analytics/analysis
- Health informatics
- Healthcare quality and outcomes analytics
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology data applications
Public Health and Health Policy
- Population health
- Health program and policy analysis
- Healthcare quality and improvement
- Community and nonprofit health organizations
- Health advocacy and policy organizations
- Government and public health agencies
Admissions Requirements
Application to The Chicago School’s Master of Science Biomedical Sciences online program is open to any person who has earned a bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited institution and who meets other entrance requirements. Applicants will be judged on their overall ability to do graduate work.
Factors and materials to be considered for admission will include:
- Completed application and $50 application fee
- Generally, an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Official Transcripts
- Students must submit official transcripts from all schools where a degree was earned.
- It is recommended that transcripts be submitted from all schools where credit was received to enhance their applications.
Preparatory Coursework
Successful completion of the following in undergraduate coursework with a grade of C or higher or graduate coursework with a B- or higher:
- Biology (6 credit hours)
- Chemistry (6 credit hours)
- Organic Chemistry (3 credit hours)
- Psychology (3 credit hours)
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Licensure
For information about whether the online biomedical sciences master’s degree program at The Chicago School meets or does not meet licensure eligibility requirements for the state in which you wish to be licensed, please visit our licensure disclosures page.
Additional Program Component
Capstone
The capstone is the culminating experience of the M.S. Biomedical Sciences program, giving you the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills developed throughout your coursework to a complex biomedical or healthcare question. Your capstone provides an opportunity to explore topics related to your academic and professional interests, including areas connected to your chosen concentration.
Through your capstone, you’ll integrate evidence, apply scientific and critical thinking, and communicate your work through a final project and presentation. The capstone experience allows you to demonstrate what you’ve learned while preparing for your next step in advanced health professions education or a career across biomedical science, healthcare, data science, or public health.
Sample Courses
Below are a few examples of online courses offered to students enrolled in the biomedical sciences master’s degree program.
MBS 501 - Biomedical Foundation I: Biochemical and Metabolic Processes
This online course is the first in a two-part series that provides a foundational understanding of biochemical processes essential to human health. Students examine the structure and function of key biomolecules—carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids—and explore how major metabolic pathways, such as glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation, function and interact. The course emphasizes the regulation and integration of these pathways, highlighting their role in maintaining normal physiological balance. Through this study, students gain insight into how disruptions in metabolic processes can lead to various diseases, preparing them to apply this knowledge to medical and research contexts.
MBS 515 - Research Methods
This course provides students with a solid foundation in experimental and quasi-experimental research design, blending both conceptual understanding and practical application. Students explore key aspects of research, including experimental control, validity, reliability, and various design strategies such as independent group designs, repeated measures, and single-subject approaches. The course also introduces correlational and qualitative research methods, as well as descriptive techniques, helping students to critically analyze and design robust studies. By mastering these research methodologies, students are prepared to conduct and evaluate research that drives advancements in biomedical science and healthcare. (1 credit hour)
MBS 520 - Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
This course takes students on an immersive journey through the intricate systems of the human body, blending anatomical structure and physiological function to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the body works. From the musculoskeletal system that powers movement to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems that sustain life, students explore how each system fulfills its vital roles. Key physiological concepts are brought to life through the study of interconnected systems like digestion, reproduction, and hormonal regulation. Students are also introduced to the central and peripheral nervous systems, building a foundation for more advanced exploration in future courses. With a focus on the relationship between structure and function, this course equips students with the knowledge to apply these principles to studies in advanced coursework. (3 credit hours)
Sample Plans of Study
Biomedical Sciences Career Outcomes
The Chicago School prepares you to make an impact in a variety of high-demand careers. Below, you will find possible career options and salaries associated with this degree.
Data is pulled by a third-party tool called Lightcast, which includes data from sources including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, and other government databases. The information below represents a regional and national career outlook related to this degree program*. The Chicago School is dedicated to assisting you in achieving your career goals.
*Many degree programs are intended to fulfill licensure requirements in specific states. The data shown here may not represent the state where you currently reside. For more information on how this program is applicable to the requirements of your state, please speak with your admissions representative.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics annual data update
M.S. Biomedical Sciences FAQs
What is biomedical science?
Biomedicine is the study of anatomy, physiology, and scientific research as it relates to medical care. Our Master’s in Biomedical Sciences program teaches biomedicine through subjects such as immunology, medical ethics, microbiology, healthcare law, genetics, psychopathology, and artificial intelligence.
Is the M.S. Biomedical Sciences program offered online?
Yes, The Chicago School’s biomedical sciences master’s program is conducted 100% online to provide flexibility for students across the U.S. and internationally to study biomedical sciences at their convenience.
Can I become a doctor with a biomedicine degree?
Biomedical sciences master’s programs can be a steppingstone to medical school. At The Chicago School, the online M.S. Biomedical Sciences program was specifically designed to provide students with the strong background in biological, medical, and physical sciences that medical schools require.
Can the Online M.S. Biomedical Sciences degree be used for administrative roles in healthcare?
This online master's program also includes data analytics and digital healthcare skills, which prepare students for various healthcare careers, including administrative roles. Students gain an evidence-based foundation in biomedical science, health policy, and ethics, as well as independent research skills, which prepare graduates for leadership roles. This biomedicine degree program includes translational and applied biomedical skills, such as converting research to treatment and patient care and making healthcare recommendations based on evidence from data, clinical studies, and research. This helps graduates create, guide, and implement medical policy among medical staff.
Does the online M.S. Biomedical Sciences degree include a clinical curriculum?
The Biomedical Sciences master’s degree prepares students for clinical and nonclinical career paths in medicine, healthcare, and biomedical fields. This program includes virtual lab experiences, research projects, and industry-focused capstones that allow students to gain practical, real-world skills that can be transferred into clinical practice.
Why choose The Chicago School’s Biomedical Sciences program?
The Chicago School emphasizes an integrative health and evidence-based approach to shape professionally and culturally competent graduates. The Online M.S. Biomedical Sciences degree has several benefits, including:
- Career-Focused Curriculum: Designed for those pursuing careers in medicine and healthcare-related careers.
- Hands-On Research: A customizable capstone project that allows students to delve into their interests through scientific research.
- Flexible Online Learning: No relocation is required, which is ideal for working professionals.
- Interdisciplinary Knowledge: Gain expertise in science, research, policy, and medicine.
- Pathway to Advancement: Supports career changes in the health industry and prepares students for medical school, including Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or medical doctor programs.
Is the biomedical sciences field in demand?
Among the various potential careers for graduates of the online Biomedical Sciences program, here are a few projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Articulation Agreement and Professional Pathways
Qualified M.S. Biomedical Sciences students may benefit from established guaranteed interview pathways to Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine programs at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) and Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM).
Learn more about each pathway below:
Financing Your Education
The Chicago School is dedicated to keeping our academic programs accessible to anyone, regardless of financial status. In addition to the scholarships that may be available, our Financial Aid Department will provide you with information to determine what financial arrangements are right for you and our biomedical sciences master’s program.
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