BS in Biomedical Sciences – Global and Intercultural Engagement

Are you passionate about medicine and being a positive influence in the lives of others? We understand these passions and want to help you get an education that can help propel you into a career that combines your passions. By pursuing our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Sciences – Global and Intercultural Engagement, you could become 1 step closer to achieving your professional goals.

This program is designed with 2 major purposes in mind:

  • To meet all of the prerequisite requirements you need to apply to medical, dentistry, pharmaceutical, physician’s assistant, or any other medical school you choose
  • To give you knowledge to take your skills abroad and provide much needed medical attention to foreign countries, while also having the opportunity to share the gospel

So why wait any longer? Get on the path to pursuing a global medical profession. We will support you during your academic journey and help equip you with valuable tools and skills.

120

Credit Hours

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Next start date: Aug 18, 2025

Degree SACSCOC

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC


Hands-On Practice

Labs are integrated into nearly every course in the Department of Biology and Chemistry, allowing you to gain hands-on experience throughout your academic journey.

These practical components can help prepare you for the professional world even before you graduate.

Expert Faculty and Faith-Based Perspective

Courses and labs are led by experienced faculty who hold doctorate degrees and bring real-life knowledge to the classroom.

The curriculum emphasizes a creationist worldview while also teaching evolution to offer a well-rounded understanding of the earth’s origins.

Research and Professional Preparation

As an undergraduate, you’ll have access to research opportunities alongside faculty mentors.

You can also gain real-world experience through internships and shadowing opportunities with local doctors – ideal preparation for careers in health and science.

Service and Global Impact

You’ll have the chance to participate in medical mission trips and engage in Christian service opportunities.

Both of these can help enrich your personal growth and enhance your medical school application.


Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences – Global and Intercultural Engagement degree can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:

  • Clinical research scientist
  • Dentist
  • Medical diagnostics
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Pharmacist
  • Physical therapist
  • Physician
  • Physician’s assistant
  • Public health laboratories
  • Research scientist

Many career opportunities in this field will require additional education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

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With our biomedical sciences curriculum, our goal is to provide you with prerequisite requirements to help you be able to apply to medical school. We have designed this degree to not only meet that goal but also provide you with a global and intercultural engagement specialization that will allow you to take your medical skills abroad.

Some of the foundational coursework you’ll complete includes biology, probability and statistics, calculus, and physics. Understanding these core areas of study is necessary for pursuing any field within the scientific community.

As you progress in your degree to your pre-med courses, you’ll take classes such as:

  • Medical Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Clinical Human Anatomy or Advanced Human Physiology
  • Cell Biology
  • Organic Chemistry I
  • The History of Life

Degree Information

Commitment to Excellence and Balance

At Liberty University, our goal is to offer an education that is not only academically rigorous but also personally fulfilling. While pursuing your biomedical sciences: global and intercultural engagement degree, you’ll have the opportunity to enrich both the spiritual and social aspects of your life. We believe in developing the whole person – mind, body, and spirit – as we want you to be better prepared for your future, both professionally and personally.

Academic and Professional Preparation

You’ll be taught by professors who hold doctoral degrees and bring real-world experience in medical and scientific fields. Nearly every course in the Department of Biology and Chemistry includes a lab component, giving you hands-on experience to complement your academic knowledge. You can also take advantage of optional internships and shadowing opportunities with local physicians. Additionally, our global and intercultural engagement specialization offers an optional study abroad internship to expand your educational experience and perspective.

Faith and Spiritual Growth

Spiritual growth is an essential part of the Liberty experience. All students attend weekly convocation services featuring world-renowned speakers, along with campus church and small groups that foster meaningful connections and personal discipleship. These experiences are designed to help you grow in your faith and carry those values into your future career and life.

Social and Community Engagement

At Liberty, you’re encouraged to build strong community connections and engage with others outside the classroom. You’ll find many opportunities to get involved in student organizations such as the Pre-Medical Club and Honor Society or the International Culture Club. These groups can not only support your academic and cultural interests but also provide a welcoming environment to make new friends and develop leadership skills.

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Admission essay