Felician University

What you'll study

This programme builds a strong core in human biology, integrating normal physiological processes with the cellular and molecular basis of disease. In the early years you cover foundational subjects such as general biology, chemistry, introductory anatomy and physiology, and college-level mathematics. Core modules then move into more specialised areas including human physiology, pathology, histology, microbiology, immunology, and biochemistry.

• Laboratory and practical skills: hands-on laboratory courses in anatomy, physiology labs, microscopy/histology, and clinical laboratory methods develop experimental technique and data interpretation.
• Clinical correlation and applied topics: modules emphasise pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical case studies, pharmacology basics, and diagnostic approaches that link science to patient care.
• Research and capstone: students complete a senior seminar or capstone project, often involving faculty-mentored research, literature review, or an applied practicum in a clinical or laboratory setting.
• General education and electives: a liberal arts core complements science training with communication, ethics, statistics, and social science electives relevant to healthcare practice.

The programme is typically structured across four years with progressive laboratory experience, opportunities for independent research, and placements or internships with regional hospitals, clinical laboratories and allied-health providers.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a recognised secondary-school diploma or equivalent with a strong foundation in the sciences. Recommended preparation includes high school biology and chemistry, and mathematics through algebra or pre-calculus. Admissions consider academic performance, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement that explains interest in physiology, pathology or related health sciences.

Students transferring from other institutions should demonstrate satisfactory college-level coursework in introductory biology and chemistry. Applicants planning to progress to professional health programmes are advised to confirm any additional prerequisite courses those programmes require.

Career prospects

Graduates use the programme as preparation for a wide range of careers in health and life sciences. Typical pathways include:

• Further professional training in medicine, physician assistant programmes, dentistry, pharmacy or advanced allied-health degrees.
• Clinical laboratory and diagnostic roles, including positions as laboratory technologists or technicians (often requiring additional certification or training).
• Biomedical research assistant roles in university, hospital or industry research laboratories.
• Positions in pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies, such as clinical trial support, regulatory affairs, medical sales, or technical roles.
• Public health, health education, or healthcare administration roles, particularly when combined with postgraduate qualifications.

The programme’s emphasis on laboratory skills, critical thinking and clinical correlation makes it well suited to students intending to pursue postgraduate study or licenced health professions.

Why study at Felician University

Felician University offers a student-centred learning environment with small class sizes and close faculty mentoring, reflecting its Franciscan tradition of service and care. The university provides dedicated laboratory facilities for anatomy, physiology and cellular biology instruction, and encourages undergraduate research and faculty-led projects.

Located in New Jersey with easy access to regional hospitals and biomedical employers, Felician supports clinical placements and internships that connect classroom learning to real-world practice. Students benefit from a liberal arts curriculum that develops communication, ethical reasoning and quantitative skills alongside technical training—preparing graduates for both professional programmes and diverse careers in the health sciences.