The faculty of Bryan College of Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences Program, believes that:
The baccalaureate degree program in biomedical sciences prepares graduates for advanced study in health-related fields that contribute to quality healthcare delivery and services. Educational preparation for advanced study in a health related field is built on an in-depth, integrated study of natural sciences and general education concepts. Knowledge and skills require a high level of critical thinking and are developed through didactic and research experiences.
Students and graduates are guided by legal and ethical standards, and require communication and interpersonal skills which promote positive interaction with others in the educational and health care environment. They critically evaluate scientific theories, gain competence in both theoretical and experimental science, and recognize the contribution of science to society. Quality health care cannot exist without the academic framework and intellectual discipline inherent in the study of natural sciences.
Learning is a lifelong, interactive process that builds on experience and acquired knowledge to transform attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Learning occurs in a variety of environments, and involves the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. The learner is responsible for actively seeking knowledge both independently and under the supervision and guidance of qualified faculty.
Faculty are responsible as role models, mentors, and teachers for providing a caring environment in which students are free to explore and develop personally, professionally and intellectually. The College provides education within legal, ethical, political, economic, sociocultural, spiritual, and historical contexts. This environment provides quality education, which develops critical thinking and contributes to meeting the emerging health care needs of society.