Biology: Human Biology
The following program of study is offered by the University of Saint Mary for the preparation of doctors of chiropractic medicine (D.C.s).
Through an innovative partnership with Cleveland University – Kansas City (CU-KC), students entering the University of Saint Mary follow a three-year course of study (a minimum of 90 credit hours). At the beginning of their junior year, students apply to CU-KC, with a successful application allowing them admission into CU-KC at the end of their junior year. Upon successful completion of the first 30 credit hours of the CU-KC first year curriculum, the student receives 30 credits and earns a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from the University of Saint Mary.
Students seeking acceptance into CU-KC are advised to consult their advisor at the beginning of their freshman year for course selection and additional information including necessary GPA.
Program Outcomes
Throughout their program the students demonstrate the accomplishment of the following outcomes:
- Recall and apply basic terminology, facts, concepts, theories, and principles included in a broad overview of the field of biological sciences.
- Demonstrate skill and competence in using laboratory equipment and standard protocols.
- Write laboratory reports based on standard formats found in professional journals in the biological sciences.
- Develop habits of analytical thinking with a scientific approach to problem solving.
- Demonstrate the ability to present, interpret, and discuss laboratory findings in a manner appropriate to a professional scientist.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the form and function of the musculoskeletal system.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of microbes and the response of the human immune system central to understanding musculoskeletal diseases.