Biomedical Sciences M.S.

Students in the BMS Gateways graduate program will exhibit the skills of a lifelong learner. Upon graduation, students will:

Common outcomes for all students

• Nurture a growth mindset, Creativity, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Adaptability, Curiosity, Self-Reflection, Set goals, Take ownership of your future, Nurture your passions

• Develop skills in teamwork, community-building, time management and personal wellbeing while operating in a high performance environment

• Demonstrate competency to read, understand, and critically analyze the relevant concepts presented in the primary literature

• Communicate information clearly, logically, and critically, both orally and in writing

• Demonstrate professionalism in the interaction with instructors and peers in the academic setting

Additional outcomes for students on the Medical track:

• Demonstrate knowledge in biomedical and social science content relevant to medical school

• Exhibit proficiency in health care disparities, specifically related to Indigenous communities

• Demonstrate critical thinking and analysis of concepts presented in primary literature 

• Display professionalism in the interaction with providers and patients in clinical settings

Additional goals for students on the Research Track

• Exhibit proficiency in the fundamental concepts and techniques in biomedical research

• Demonstrate ability to critically analyze concepts presented in primary literature 

• Communicate information clearly and logically, orally and in writing

• Demonstrate application of the ethical standards in science

• Display professionalism and ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Exhibit independent and critical thinking skills including the ability to formulate a hypothesis and experimentally test it.