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Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies Interdisciplinary & Career-Oriented Programs

Welcome to the Division of Interdisciplinary and Career-Oriented Programs. This unique division includes a broad array of master's-level programs that are primarily focused on the biomedical and health care fields and solidly grounded in the Drexel tradition of applied and practical training in highly technical fields.

Prospective students have the opportunity to learn more about our programs at recruitment events held around the country and online. Learn more

These programs are designed for recent graduates as well as active professionals, and provide extensive didactic and experiential learning opportunities that help students to successfully launch or advance their careers. Many of the programs include practicums, internships or co-op opportunities that enable students to acquire the hands-on training necessary to succeed in today's specialized fields.

The full-time faculty includes several highly accomplished professionals who have a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. They are joined by an extensive roster of active professionals who serve as adjunct faculty and provide a current perspective on their respective fields as well as valuable networking sources.

Our faculty and staff will be happy to provide information about the individual programs, the Graduate School and the University. Please contact us at 215.762.2382.

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Biomedicine and Business

The online Biomedicine and Business program (BMBU) provides comprehensive training in fundamental aspects of scientific discovery, technology commercialization and business. This program prepares you for leadership in scientifically-oriented management positions in the public or private sector.

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Biomedicine and Digital Media

The Biomedicine and Digital Media (BMDM) program is a graduate degree program that intersects science, technology, art and entrepreneurship. This skills-based program is for individuals interested in media design and production careers with an emphasis in health and science.

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Biomedicine and Entrepreneurship

The online Biomedicine and Entrepreneurship program (BMEN) integrates training in technical and practical aspects of science, research and entrepreneurship for individuals interested in pursuing innovation-driven careers in the life sciences.

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Biomedicine and Law

The online Biomedicine and Law (BMLA) program provides interactive and comprehensive training in technical and practical aspects of science and research, as well as in the legal aspects related to new biomedical product development, entrepreneurship and regulatory compliance.

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Clinical Research

Clinical research programs include Clinical Research Organization and Management, Study of Clinical Research, Clinical Research for Health Professionals and Quantitative Principles for Clinical Research.

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Criminalistic Science

The Criminalistic Science (CRSC) program is designed for students and working professionals with undergraduate degrees in criminal justice and related fields. Program coursework provides students with an understanding of the relationship between the laboratory and the criminal justice system.

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Drug Discovery & Development

The Drug Discovery & Development (DDD) program provides the rigorous scientific and technical training necessary to succeed in the complex and multidisciplinary field of drug discovery and facilitates a smooth transition to an enduring and productive career.

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Forensic Science

The Forensic Science (MSFS) program exposes students to both the intricacies of problem solving and the real-world application of forensic science. The curriculum provides students with a solid foundation within the forensic sciences while encouraging growth and leadership in new and emerging applications within the field.

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Histotechnology

The Histotechnology (MHP) program is a one-year master's degree program, comprised of intense academic studies and a three-month practicum. Students will be prepared to work, under the direction of a pathologist, as a highly qualified allied health professional in anatomic pathology laboratories throughout the country.

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Immunology

The Immunology (IMNO) program provides training in various aspects of research related specifically to basic, translational, and clinical research in the fields of immunology and inflammatory disease. Students in this program focus on research and development relevant to new immunodiagnostics, immunotherapeutics and vaccines.

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Infectious Disease

The Infectious Disease (INFD) program provides training in various aspects of basic, translational and clinical research in the field of infectious disease. The program focuses on research and development relevant to new diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines, and is designed to provide academic and practical knowledge in translational research in immunological and inflammatory diseases.

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Master of Laboratory Animal Science

The Master of Laboratory Animal Science (MLAS) degree is a full-time, two-year program designed for students who want to pursue advanced careers in laboratory animal science or laboratory animal facility management. This program is also offered online.

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Graduate students in the Medical and Healthcare Simulation program at Drexel University College of Medicine.

Medical and Healthcare Simulation

The Master of Science in Medical and Healthcare Simulation (MSMS) is a unique, two-year program designed for students whose careers require them to provide education and training to others through the use of simulation.

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Molecular Medicine

The Molecular Medicine (MMED) program provides training in the academic, research, and entrepreneurial aspects of the biomedical sciences with an emphasis on translational research in the development of therapeutics and vaccines. This program is also available online.

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Graduate students in the Pathologists' Assistant (PathA) program at Drexel University College of Medicine.

Pathologists' Assistant

The Pathologists' Assistant (PathA) program combines intense academic studies with one year of practical work in the field. Graduates are prepared to work, under the direction of a pathologist, as a highly qualified allied health professional in anatomic pathology laboratories throughout the country.

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Meet Our Students & Alumni
 

Ian Sue-Chue-Lam, Drexel University College of Medicine, MS in Pathologists' Assistant, Class of 2018

Pathologists' Assistant Alum Ian Sue-Chue-Lam
"Overall, my experience was very positive. I felt like I learned more about the whole process of grossing and histology than I would have at other schools. I had the opportunity to gross, embed, cut, stain and histologically examine specimens all before I reached my practical year. Drexel's curriculum is truly comprehensive." Read more about Ian.

Histotechnology Alum Tariq White
"Yes, I acquired new knowledge about tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, special staining and laboratory leadership/management, but the invaluable part of the Drexel's Histotechnology program is the network you are building." Read more about Tariq.

Chelsea Weldie, Drexel Drug Discovery and Development Program Student

Drug Discovery & Development Student Chelsea Weldie
"The Drug Discovery and Development program is super malleable. If you're not sure what you want to do, it is a great program for you. But it's also great for people who do know what they want, since it can be shaped to best fit your interests. I am interested in vaccines, which is a very niche area, but we were able to shape the program to make it work for me." Read more about Chelsea.

Fred Krebs, PhD - Co-director, Interdisciplinary and Career-Oriented Programs   Paul McGonigle, PhD - Co-director, Interdisciplinary and Career-Oriented Programs

Fred Krebs, PhD, and Paul McGonigle, PhD
Co-directors, Interdisciplinary and Career-Oriented Programs