Core Competencies

UMass Chan’s PhD in Biomedical Sciences program strives to develop the following core competencies in every student:  

  1. Knowledge-based, problem-solving ability and critical thinking: identify important biomedical and/or population health problems and conduct original research.
  2. Communication: successfully engage in written and oral scientific discourse. 
  3. Responsible conduct of research: students comprehend and apply ethical standards to research and decision-making. 
  4. Professionalism and career advancement: students exhibit professional behavior and attitudes.