Prepare for a career in biotechnology and learn how to connect research to real-world applications in healthcare and medicine. The Translational Life Sciences Concentration, offered in collaboration with the Wistar Institute, will help you develop the critical thinking skills needed to make scientifically sound, quality-based decisions that directly benefit patients and improve healthcare outcomes.
Gain exposure to practical business skills including entrepreneurship and intellectual property by developing a business plan and giving a sales pitch to actual investors.
The Translational Life Sciences Concentration incorporates Quality Science Education (QSE) micro credential coursework which provides the following benefits at no additional cost:
Students who earn the MS in Biomedical Sciences with the Translational Life Sciences Concentration may pursue positions in:
Upon completion of the Translational Life Sciences Concentration, the student will be able to:
After completing foundation year coursework, students may progress to the second-year degree concentration. The Translational Life Sciences Concentration second-year curriculum is offered entirely online and includes a total of eight courses (three QSE courses plus five classes offered through PCOM and the Wistar Institute). Terms, sequences, courses and credit hours are subject to change at any time without notice.
Interested in learning more about the Translational Life Sciences Concentration? Please contact:
Brian DeHaven, PhD
Chief Program Director, Biomedical Sciences
Email: briande@pcom.edu
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