Bachelor/Master of Science in Biotechnology-Cytotechnology

Description

The Bachelor’s/Master’s of Science in Biotechnology-Cytotechnology at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a joint degree program that allows students to pursue two degrees simultaneously, thereby receiving their master’s degree in five years instead of six. The program integrates the biological sciences with the medical sciences to give students the ability to enjoy successful careers as medical laboratory professionals and/or scientific researchers.

Is this program for you?

The joint degree program in Biotechnology-Cytotechnology is ideal for recent high school graduates interested in careers in laboratory diagnostics or biotechnology research, and who are already considering an advanced degree. Students with the appropriate pre-requisites from accredited institutions, as determined by ACPHS, may transfer into the Biotechnology-Cytotechnology program in their junior or senior year.

What are the job prospects for graduates with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Biotechnology-Cytotechnology?

According to the U.S. Department of Labor projections, approximately 13,800 medical laboratory professionals will be needed every year through 2012 to fill vacant positions. Yet, fewer than 5,000 laboratory professionals are graduating each year from accredited programs. These figures are part of the reason why the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) forecasts “rapid job growth and excellent job opportunities” for laboratory professionals in the coming decade. It is also why, as of May 2008, the median salary for clinical laboratory technologists is $53,500. Professionals who rise to the level of a Clinical Laboratory Manager or a comparable position may earn salaries in the range of $75,000 - $80,000.

Who do I contact for more information?

For additional information about the Bachelor’s/Master’s of Science in Biotechnology-Cytotechnology at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, please send an e-mail to graduate@acphs.edu or call (518) 694-7236.

Sample Curriculum

Basic Sciences Core

• General Biology I & II
• General Chemistry I & II
• Organic Chemistry I & II
• College Math and Statistics

Biomedical Sciences Core

• Functional Anatomy
• Good Laboratory Practices
• Sophomore Seminar
• Medical Terminology
• Microbiology and Infectious Disease
• Integrated Biomedical Sciences I, II, III
• Biochemical and Cellular Techniques
• Immunology in Health and Disease
• Immunology and Immunohematology
• Laboratory Management and Education

Cytotechnology Core

• Cytopathology of Female Genital Tract
• Exfoliative Non-Gynecologic Cytopathology I & II
• Cytopreparatory Techniques I & II
• Fine needle aspiration cytology I & II
• Liquid Based GYN Cytology
• Clinical practicum I & II

Biotechnology Core

• Cellular Pathophysiology and Histology I & II
• Genetics and Molecular Basis of Disease
• Research Methods and Statistics
• Advanced Good Laboratory Practices and Laboratory Management
• Medical Ethics and Research
• Digital Imaging and Morphometrics
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Advanced Topics in Biotechnology*
• Thesis I & II

* BHS 590 Advanced Topics in Biotechnology may be satisfied by other approved courses.