Biomedical Science, BAS
Interface the engineering sciences, biology, biomedical sciences, and medicine to advance human health and solve problems in medicine and the biological sciences. The Bachelor of Applied Science degree offers students breadth and flexibility and allows them to combine a technology-based degree with considerable course work in the liberal arts, communications, business or fine arts. It is designed primarily for students whose interests are not oriented toward a professional engineering career. It is a popular degree option for those preparing for careers in medicine, business, and law. Many students who are pursuing dual degree programs opt for this degree.
For more information: http://www.be.seas.upenn.edu/prospective-students/undergraduates/program-bse-bas.php
Biomedical Science (ASBS) Major Requirements
37 course units are required.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | ||
| BE 1000 | Introduction to Bioengineering | 0.5 |
| ENGR 1050 | Introduction to Scientific Computing | 1 |
| BE 2000 | Introduction to Biomechanics | 1 |
| BE 2200 | Biomaterials | 1 |
| BE 2700 | Bioengineering Laboratory Principles | 1 |
| BE 3010 | Bioengineering Signals and Systems | 1 |
| or BE 3060 | Cellular Engineering | |
| or BE 3500 | Introduction to Biotransport Processes | |
| BE 3090 | Bioengineering Modeling, Analysis and Design Laboratory I | 1 |
| BE 4970 | Senior Thesis in Biomedical Science | 1 |
| BE 4980 | Senior Thesis in Biomedical Science | 1 |
| BE Elective (4000 or 5000 level) | 1 | |
| BE Elective (4000 or 5000 level) | 1 | |
| Engineering Elective | 1 | |
| Engineering Elective | 1 | |
| Math and Natural Science | ||
| MATH 1400 | Calculus, Part I | 1 |
| MATH 1410 | Calculus, Part II | 1 |
| ENM 2400 | Differential Equations and Linear Algebra | 1 |
| ENM 3750 | Biological Data Science I - Fundamentals of Biostatistics | 1 |
| PHYS 0140 | Principles of Physics I (without laboratory) | 1 |
| PHYS 0141 | Principles of Physics II (without laboratory) | 1 |
| CHEM 1011 | Introduction to General Chemistry I | 1 |
| CHEM 1101 | General Chemistry Laboratory I | 0.5 |
| CHEM 1021 | Introduction to General Chemistry II | 1 |
| CHEM 1102 | General Chemistry Laboratory II | 0.5 |
| BIOL 1121 | Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life | 1 |
| BIOL 1124 | Introductory Organismal Biology Lab | .5 |
| BIOL 3310 | Principles of Human Physiology | 1 |
| Professional Electives | ||
| Select any Math, Science, Engineering, Business, or health-related course | 3 | |
| General Electives 1 | ||
| EAS 2030 | Engineering Ethics | 1 |
| or BIOE 4010 | Introduction to Bioethics | |
| or HSOC 1330 | Bioethics | |
| or HSOC 2457 | History of Bioethics | |
| or LGST 1000 | Ethics and Social Responsibility | |
| or LGST 2200 | International Business Ethics | |
| or NURS 3300 | Theoretical Foundations of Health Care Ethics | |
| or NURS 5250 | Ethical Aspects of Health and Technology | |
| or PHIL 1342 | Bioethics | |
| or PHIL 4330 | Metaethics | |
| Select 1 Social Science course | 1 | |
| Select 2 Humanities courses | 2 | |
| Select 1 Social Science or Humanities course | 1 | |
| Select 2 Social Science or Humanities or Technology in Business & Society courses | 2 | |
| Free Elective | ||
| Select 3 free electives | 3 | |
| Total Course Units | 37 | |
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Must include a Writing Seminar (a list of approved Writing Seminars can be found in the SEAS Undergraduate Handbook)
Concentrations
Students may select one of eight concentrations:
- Biomedical Data Science and Computational Medicine
- Biomedical Devices
- Cellular/Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials
- Biomedical Imaging and Radiation Physics
- Systems and Synthetic Biology
- Neuroengineering
- Multiscale Biomechanics
- Therapeutics, Drug Delivery & Nanomedicine
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.