KCU-Kansas City's one-year program for the Master of Science of Biomedical Sciences prepares you to pursue doctoral programs in health care fields, such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or other allied health training programs. 

The one-year degree program includes coursework in the following disciplines: anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology and epidemiology, cell biology, embryology, genetics, histology, physiology and molecular biology.

KCU-Kansas City's two-year program is ideal for individuals who are interested in careers as research scientists. This program includes additional emphasis on advanced courses and provides an opportunity for you to conduct an original research project that takes place under the direct supervision of an experienced research scientist. 

Advanced, individualized tutorial classes that complement your original research project and interests are included, as is a requirement to complete a thesis based on an original research project. Click here to learn more about a research emphasis in bioinformatics. 

• Individualized curriculum based on your background and goals
• A specialized research program
• Opportunity to conduct an original research project
• Relationships with experienced research scientists
• Kansas City is home to several of the country’s top research facilities
• Faculty members actively pursuing research opportunities in a variety of areas

• An accredited Master of Science of Biomedical Sciences
• The foundation needed to pursue doctoral programs in medicine or life sciences
• The satisfaction of knowing that your work could one day help millions
• Ability to fulfill the needs in the Kansas City community for additional professionals in research and medicine