About CBTS

The College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at HSC Fort Worth

The College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is dedicated to shaping the future of the biomedical workforce. We provide high-quality education and training to our undergraduate, PhD, and Master’s students, preparing them to be the educators, researchers, and professionals of tomorrow. Our talented and dedicated faculty mentor, teach, and train students using state-of-the-art technology and methods to address major biomedical challenges, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious disease, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Our competency-based graduate programs feature an integrated curriculum that offers a broad foundation in the biomedical sciences. Students also have the opportunity to tailor their training to their interests. Our curriculum emphasizes a team approach to solving complex problems, which is crucial for understanding the biological principles that govern health and disease. Through a mix of didactic and problem-based learning experiences, along with hands-on training, our students are equipped with the tools to tackle the challenges of the future.

CBTS is nationally recognized for achieving diverse representation that reflects our society. We believe that studying in this inclusive environment better prepares our students for real-world challenges and instills a commitment to apply their training for the benefit of all, across different ages, genders, and ethnicities.

CBTS includes three academic departments: Physiology and Anatomy, Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics, and Pharmacology and Neuroscience. Our administrative units focus on education, research, student services, admissions and more.

College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences by the numbers

Faculty and students

• 82 faculty members
• 480 Total Enrollment Fall 2023
  • BS – 17
  • MS – 382
  • PhD – 81

Research awards

• $9.4m in FY 2023

3 Departments

• Microbiology, Immunology & Genetics
• Pharmacology & Neuroscience
• Physiology & Anatomy

2 Reseasrch-based programs

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences
• MS in Biomedical Sciences

8 Research disciplines

• Biochemistry and Cancer Biology
• Cell Biology, Immunology and Microbiology
• Integrative Physiology
• Genetics
• Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacotherapy
• Pharmacology and Neuroscience
• Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences
• Visual Sciences

3 Specialized master’s programs

• Biotechnology
• Clinical Research Management
• Medical Sciences

HSC’s 1st online bachelor’s program

• BS in Biomedical Sciences