Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Biomedical Sciences

Develop and expand your expertise in the clinical sciences.

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Flexibility

Part Time | Full Time
Delivery Options

Online | On Campus
Degree

MS

Deepen Your Expertise to Advance Your Career

Make a meaningful impact in healthcare and science by earning a Master’s in Applied Biomedical Sciences at UMass Lowell (UML).

Designed for professionals or recent graduates, our on-campus program will deepen your expertise in biomedical sciences while you gain practical, hands-on experience with current and emerging laboratory techniques. Develop your critical thinking skills by:

Interpreting the significance of the results
Proposing the clinical significance of clinical laboratory test results
Conducting basic research within the clinical laboratory
Writing and publishing the findings

New: We've added a Laboratory Management Option, which is 100% online. If you are looking to advance your career as a laboratory manager, this option is for you.

You’ll learn how to think independently, design research, evaluate analytical methods and assess scientific literature as well as develop competencies in administration and management. All of these skills combined provide a pathway to a dynamic career in research, healthcare and biotechnology.

Please note: Completion of this graduate program does not qualify students to sit for the national certification examination in Medical Laboratory Sciences / Medical Technology offered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification.

Program Quick Facts

Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) Not Required
STEM-designated Degree Program
Scholarships and Financial Aid Available
Available Part-Time and Full-Time

Applied Biomedical Sciences Curriculum

On-Campus: The Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Biomedical Sciences program, offered fully on campus, is intended for professionals and recent graduates who want to gain practical, hands-on experience with current and emerging laboratory techniques.

Online: The M.S. in Applied Biomedical Sciences, Laboratory Management option program, offered 100% online, is intended for professionals working in hospitals, pharmaceutical industry, biotech and life sciences who want to move forward in their careers as laboratory managers.

For a complete list of courses and academic requirements, please visit the Master of Science in Applied Biomedical Sciences page in the Academic Catalog.

The Master of Science degree program in Applied Biomedical Sciences requires the successful completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate level courses. These include 23 credit hours of core courses and 7 approved elective credits.

Core Courses
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
Total		23
HSCI.5500	Clinical Pathophysiology	3
MLSC.5500	Foundations of Biomedical Research	3
MLSC.5750	Emerging Topics in Clinical Chemistry	3
MLSC.6000	Biomarker Discovery & Applications	3
MLSC.6001	Biomarker Discovery & Applications Lab	1
MLSC.6100	Clinical Toxicology	3
MLSC.6101	Clinical Toxicology Lab	1
MLSC.6130	Infectious Diseases	3
MLSC.7330	Graduate Project	3

At least one approved elective must be from the list below. The other electives may be from this list, or may be another graduate course from the Department of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences.

Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences Electives
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
MLSC.5120	Medical Bacteriology	3
MLSC.5310	Clinical Immunohematology	3
MLSC.6150	Medical Mycology and Parasitology	3
NUTR.5720	Nutrigenetics	3
NUTR.6040	Nutrition Epidemiology	3

Public Health Electives
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
PUBH.5061	Enviromental Health	3
PUBH.5070	Leadership and Management	3
PUBH.5140	Healthcare Management	3
PUBH.5310	Health Informatics	3
PUBH.5750	Epidemiology & Biostatistics	3
PUBH.5770	Introduction to Biostatistics	3
PUBH.6070	Healthcare Information Systems	3
PUBH.6350	Healthcare Project Management	3
PUBH.6390	Electronic Health	3

Pharmaceutical Sciences Electives
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
PHRM.6100	Principles of Pharm Sciences	3
PHRM.6410	Drug Delivery	3
PHRM.6600	Pharmcokinetics & Drug Metabolism	3

Professional Experience
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
MLSC.7700	Professional Internship*	1

*Research experience can also be obtained at the university or other research centers. Given the number of full time faculty in the department, the university will assist the Department of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences and the students with arranging corporate internships. To be eligible for the Professional Internship, students will be required to have 1) completed a minimum of 12.0 credits of STEM courses, 2) completed a minimum of 6.0 credits of PLUS courses, 3) attained an overall minimum GPA of 3.000 and 4) department permission.

All Professional Internships require department faculty supervision. Students should register for MLSC.7700 during the final semester of internship participation.

Total Credits = 30

Last updated: 12/2/24

The Master of Science degree program in Applied Biomedical Sciences - Laboratory Management option requires the successful completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate level courses. These include 25 credit hours of core courses and 5 approved elective credits.

Core Courses
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
Total		25
HSCI.5500	Clinical Pathophysiology	3
MLSC.5600	Molecular Pathology	3
MLSC.6130	Infectious Disease	3
MLSC.6400	Quality Assurance, Control and Improvement in Clinical and Public Health Laboratory	3
MGMT.5010	Organizational Behavior	2
POMS.5010	Operational Fundamentals	2
PUBH.5770	Biostatistics for Health Data	3
PUBH.5060	Quantitative Methods in Health Management	3
PUBH.5140	Healthcare Management	3

Elective Courses
Course Number	Course Name	Credits
PUBH.5310	Health Informatics	3
PHRM.6410	Drug Delivery	3
PUBH.6160	Law and Ethics in Healthcare	3


Course Number	Course Name	Credits
MLSC.7330	Graduate Project	1-4

Total Credits = 30

Last updated: 1/13/2025

Why Study Applied Biomedical Sciences at UMass Lowell?

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Learn from Nationally Recognized Faculty

Active researchers working in emerging areas of biomedical sciences, our faculty members have decades of experience teaching and conducting clinical research. View Faculty Research.

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Suite of State-of-the-Art Labs

By learning on the latest equipment, you’ll hone your techniques related to the fields of biochemistry, cell biology and microbiology.

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Research Opportunities

You’ll have an opportunity to pursue a graduate project in the research laboratory of a Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences faculty member. If you work full-time, you could develop a project based on your work responsibilities or interests.

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The Only Public Program of its Kind in New England

The program serves local and regional scientists and is the only public program of its kinds in New England. If you are a New England resident, you could qualify for reduced tuition. See the New England Regional Charges.

Applied Biomedical Sciences Career Outlook

+27%

Projected new job growth for ASB master's degree holders in New England
(Lightcast, 2024)
$91,600

Average salary for ASB master's degree holders in New England
(Lightcast, 2024)

Where Our Graduates Work

Our graduates are very competitive in the job market, landing roles in clinical, medical, scientific and industrial settings. Many assume leadership roles in their fields. Typical positions in the biomedical device industry include:

Biomedical and biotechnical research scientists
Clinical laboratory supervisors
Health care administrators
Clinical trial coordinators
Pharmaceutical and forensic scientists

Tuition and Admissions

Eligible students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance.

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Cost Per Credit: $600
Term Registration Fee: $30

Please see online tuition and fees for more information.

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As a graduate student, you may qualify for federal student aid and other need-based scholarships. To be considered for financial assistance, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more at UMass Lowell Graduate Aid.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and certain eligible non-citizens. Please visit Financial Aid if you have questions about your eligibility.

Application
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- All Other Programs: Summer & Fall'26- Spring'27

Application Fee: $50
Statement of Purpose: Outline goals, experience and achievements (maximum 2 pages).
Letters of Recommendation: Two (2) for master's and Doctor of Nursing Practice, three (3) for doctoral applicants.
Transcripts: You may apply with unofficial transcripts, but if accepted, official transcripts are required. We do not accept opened, photocopied, emailed PDFs or faxed official transcripts.
Resume: All programs require a resume except for the following: Doctor of Physical Therapy and all Master of Public Health programs
Test Scores: UMass Lowell’s school code is 3911. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are only required for the following programs:
- Public Health (Doctor of Science)
- Physical Therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

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International Applicants

International transcripts must indicate completion of a four-year bachelor’s degree (equivalent of an American bachelor's degree) before an application will be processed. The Office of Graduate Admissions reserves the right to have any application credentials evaluated. Baccalaureate verification may be obtained for a fee from:

English proficiency is required. If English is not your country’s national language, please submit one of the following scores:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79+
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.5+
Duolingo: 115+

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Applied Biomedical Sciences

Sydney Sampson is earning a master’s degree in applied biomedical sciences within one year of earning a bachelor’s degree, thanks to UMass Lowell’s bachelor’s-to-master’s program.

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