Biomedical Sciences - Central Michigan University

Biomedical Sciences from Central Michigan University is a Campus Bachelor Biology degree that prepares you for a Science career. The biology-related programs provide students with a strong background to prepare them for future careers or graduate study in biology. Consider some key features distinguishing these programs: * Advanced facilities, including research laboratories, an animal room, a computer laboratory, electron microscopes, and a greenhouse * The only university in Michigan and one of two in the Midwest that operates an island research station - the CMU Biological Research Station on Beaver Island located in northern Lake Michigan * Fieldwork opportunities at Neithercut Woodland, located just miles north of CMU's campus * CMU is the only university in the nation with a bachelor's degree option in microscopy Career outlook According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, for all occupations through the year 2014: * Employment of biological scientists is projected to grow 9 to 17 percent. * Recent budget increases at the National Institutes of Health have led to large increases in federal research and development expenditures. * New industrial applications of biotechnology, such as changing how companies make ethanol for transportation fuel, also will spur demand for biological scientists. Career options Graduates of the biology-related programs at CMU will find a variety of career opportunities. Some of these may require additional education. * Biological Researcher * Cell Biologist * Elementary or High School Teacher * Forestry Technician * Microscopist * Soil Scientist * University or College Professor * Veterinarian * Wildlife Biologist * Zoologist View more details on Central Michigan University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Biology courses.