Medical Sciences Program

In Bethel's M.S. in Medical Sciences program, you’ll experience a curriculum equivalent to the first year of medical school, which will enhance your academic record and admission credentials, help improve your MCAT score, and equip you to be more successful in either a medical professional program or in the workforce.

Total credits

42

Finish in as few as

11 months

Courses

• Anatomy, Embryology and Imaging (MDSC610)

  The Anatomy, Embryology & Imaging course consists of a detailed study of the normal structure, development, and organization of the human body. This course undertakes a regional approach rather than a systemic approach to Human Gross Anatomy, Embryology & Imaging is distributed into three block contents. Gross structures are studied in the laboratory by software modeling. The radiology component of Gross Anatomy serves as the introduction to radiology and prepares the student for further development. Lectures stress the contribution of developmental events to gross anatomical organization and the correlation of this organization with clinically relevant conditions.

  9 credits

• Medical Biochemistry I (MDSC620)

  A foundation for other basic and clinical medical sciences. Core concepts of biochemistry that apply to human health and disease and to cite specific examples of their application. Analyze and evaluate the most common biochemistry cited in medical literature. These basics facilitate further learning in biochemistry and the health sciences.

  5 credits

• Physiology I (MDSC630)

  Emphasis on the integration of functions from the cellular level to that of the total organism and the application of physiology concepts to problem solving. The following units are covered: Membrane and Action Potentials, Cellular and Systemic Physiology of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems.

  4 credits

• Histology and Cell Biology (MDSC640)

  Study of the many different aspects of the internal structure of cells, tissues and organs in the human body, presenting a comprehensive survey of many of their complex interrelationships.

  4 credits

• Health Disparities (MDSC650)

  Provides a general overview of gaps in health outcomes associated with health disparities. Special emphasis given to the social determinants of health such as race/ethnicity, social class, socioeconomic status, sex, sexuality, nationality, and migration status. Focus on the impact of health disparities' impact at multiple system's levels.

  1 credits

• Medical Biochemistry II (MDSC660)

  The major goal of the Biochemistry Course is to provide students with a complete understanding, at the molecular level, of all the chemical processes associated with living cells. Courses in the Basic Sciences Department aim to guide the student towards an understanding of basic biochemical concepts that deal with life processes.

  5 credits

• Physiology II (MDSC670)

  Studies human body function on an organ system basis. Emphasizes integration from cellular to whole-organism levels and applies physiological concepts to problem-solving. Covers gastrointestinal, renal, and endocrine system physiology.

  4 credits

• Medical Microbiology (MDSC680)

  Teaches students about all the most common pathogens involved in infectious illness and their characteristics. Prepares students for their licensing examinations by providing the clinical knowledge and problem solving skills they need to approve them.

  4 credits

• Medical Neuroscience (MDSC685)

  Teaches brain function in health and disease. Covers neuroanatomy/histology (33 lecture hours) and neurophysiology (21 lecture hours). Brain dissection laboratory (7.5 hours), small group discussion sections (6 hours). Efficient use of independent study time is essential.

  5 credits

• Medical Ethics (MDSC690)

  Explores ethical principles and reasoning in medical practice. Examines everyday ethical decisions alongside complex dilemmas such as cloning, abortion, and organ donation. Develops skills to apply consistent, well-reasoned solutions and understand the inherent ethical responsibilities of physicians in clinical decision-making.

  1 credits

• Comprehensive Final Exam (MDSC700)

  Comprehensive examination after completion of the student's final didactic course.

  0 credits