Hawaii
Pacific Univesity - Pre-Medical Studies (前医学研究）
The pre-medical studies major is a program
of study designed to prepare students for successful entry
into medical school, health-care training programs, and graduate
studies in health-related fields. The major offers students
the knowledge and skills necessary for successful completion
of professional entrance examinations. The major prepares
students for the medical profession by providing them with
a strong foundation in the sciences, and enriching their background
with liberal arts courses that help them understand the clinicians'
obligations to patients and society. Although most students
will complete the pre-medical studies major in four years,
it is possible to accelerate the process by enrolling in courses
during the summer sessions. By taking advantage of extensive
summer courses, students can reduce not only the time required
to meet the major's requirements, but the costs as well.
Program
Objectives
The goal of the pre-medical program is to strive in meeting the
following objectives for student learning. Students in pre-medicine
should:
develop strong verbal and written communication skills.
be able to think and work independently.
develop a strong background in the basic sciences.
develop competence in the laboratory.
follow a practice of scientific integrity and ethics.
assimilate a broad academic background in the liberal arts
