B.S. in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science
Our four-year B.S. program turns your passion for science into a thriving career. Dive into diverse topics related to human health including drug discovery and design, disease mechanisms and drug action, and drug delivery and therapeutic interventions. Gain expertise in designing, developing, and evaluating medications, preparing you for high-paying opportunities at world-class pharmaceutical companies, consumer products, and healthcare. Whether your journey leads to laboratory or clinical research, manufacturing, marketing, or regulatory oversight, you’ll graduate ready to excel. With strong demand and limitless growth potential, we will support your aspirations, whether you’re focused on biomedical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or a pre-med or pre-health pathway.
Program Highlights
- Cutting-Edge Research: Build practical skills and technical expertise in NIH-funded, state-of-the-art labs, equipping you for real-world challenges.
- Hands-On Learning: Experience graduate-level mentorship and research from year one, preparing you for lasting success.
- Unmatched Preparation: With a focus on drug development, pharmacology, and biomedical sciences, you’ll gain a competitive edge in admissions for medical school, PA programs, and Pharm.D. programs unmatched by traditional pre-med or biology majors.
- Expert Faculty Mentorship: Learn from seasoned professionals in pharmacy specialties committed to your growth and research excellence.
- Job Stability and Impact: Enter a high-demand field with job security where your impact will be felt across the entire healthcare ecosystem.
- Pathway to Advanced Degrees: Lay the foundation for pursuing M.S. or Ph.D. programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Comprehensive Career Support: Access internships, job fairs, and networking opportunities to land your ideal role.
- Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s (4+1) Program: Earn two degrees in just five years while focusing on research, internships, scholarship opportunities, and real-world experience.
Why Study Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science at URI?
Top Employers Hiring Our Graduates
Amgen, Pfizer, Denison Pharmaceuticals, Lipomed, CellDex Therapeutics, Vericel Corporation, NY State Department of Health, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, CVS Caremark Corp, Medtronic, Teknor Apex, Hanna Instruments, and more.
Have questions?
Visit Undergraduate Admission or contact Stephanie Forschner-Dancause, Associate Teaching Professor and Director of BPS Programs, at 401.874.5517 or sdancause@uri.edu.
