College of Science

Nanomedicine

Master's: Boston, MA
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Northeastern University's Master of Science in Nanomedicine is a one-of-a-kind, industry-aligned degree for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and clinicians passionate about nanomedicine-related careers.

The program prepares students to tackle challenges and opportunities in healthcare through hands-on training in nanomedicine research, innovation, and commercialization, along with a full-time co-op experience.

Boston, MA
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2-2.5 Years
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Overview

Northeastern University's Master of Science in Nanomedicine is an interdisciplinary, industry-aligned professional degree that provides experience-based learning in nanomedicine research, innovation, and commercialization. The program is designed for scientists, engineers, and clinicians working in or seeking nanomedicine-related careers.

The MS in Nanomedicine provides students with a broad understanding of challenges and opportunities in healthcare; hands-on training in nanomedicine materials, methods, and translation strategies; and year-round professional development opportunities that culminate in a full-time co-op experience. Students can specialize their curriculum by selecting a concentration in nanoformulation research; translation and commercialization; or vaccine development.

The degree offers a competitive advantage to those seeking high-demand research and entrepreneurship roles in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, biomedical, and healthcare industries—and students gain a one-of-a-kind opportunity to train for competitive jobs. Through a combination of coursework and real-world projects, our students learn to:

  • Identify core challenges and opportunities for improving healthcare through nanomedicine.
  • Explain fundamental concepts of nanomedicine design, synthesis, and characterization.
  • Summarize and interpret considerations for nanomedicine validation and regulatory approval.
  • Identify, evaluate, and communicate seminal and emerging findings in nanomedicine.
  • Function effectively on a team to establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  • Analyze and interpret results from experiments and scientific literature.
  • Apply knowledge, techniques, tools, and skills to support nanomedicine research, development, and commercialization.
  • Integrate classroom experience with authentic practical experience.

The MS in Nanomedicine is a two-year professional master’s program that can be completed either online or on the Boston campus. International students seeking a U.S.-based co-op are recommended to apply for the full-time Boston program to satisfy U.S. visa requirements.

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Unique Features

  • Interdisciplinary coursework: Learn and collaborate alongside scientists, engineers, and clinicians in an industry-aligned interdisciplinary curriculum taught by subject matter experts.
  • Flexible industry-aligned programming: Align your coursework to your career interests by picking the concentration, electives, and signature experiential learning project that best suits you.
  • Real-world challenges: Practice individual and team-based problem-solving through interdisciplinary projects mentored by experts in academia, healthcare, industry, and government.
  • Experiential learning: Build real-world skills by applying classroom knowledge and training to a full-time co-op experience.
  • Career enhancement: Gain a competitive advantage with nanomedicine knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that let you stand out, whether you're entering the job market, seeking career advancement, or planning a career change.

Career Outlook

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of nanotechnology in healthcare—changing the way we make vaccines, test for infection, and protect ourselves from disease. This exponential rise in nanomedicine innovation has resulted in high demand and competitive salaries for nanomedicine-related occupations.

Our industry-aligned program provides the essential knowledge, skills, and real-world training needed to excel in competitive interdisciplinary nanomedicine careers.

Potential Careers

Commercialization

Entrepreneurship

Research & development

Translation

Drug delivery

Regulatory affairs

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Admissions

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern—a top-ranked university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

Program Costs

$63.3K *
Tuition

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

Requirements

  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all institutions attended
    • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)
  • Personal statement
  • Resumé
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency:
    • Degree earned or in progress at a U.S. institution
    • Degree earned or in progress at an institution where English is the only medium of instruction
    • Official exam scores from either the TOEFL iBT (institution code is 3682), IELTS, PTE exam, or Duolingo English Test. Scores are valid for 2 years from the test date.

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Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.

Admissions Details Learn more about the College of Science admissions process, policies, and required materials.

Admissions Dates

Application deadlines vary based on the program you’re applying to, and are available on the College of Science website. In addition to submitting your online application, all required application materials must be received by the stated deadlines in order for your application to be considered.

 

Curriculum

Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.


For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.

 

Experiential Learning

Our signature experience-powered learning model combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to put your ideas into action. As a nanomedicine master’s student, you can choose to learn and blog about enabling innovations in nanomedicine, design your own nanoparticle in a live online laboratory, create a virtual startup company under industry mentors, practice designing your own in vitro diagnostic and clinical trial, and immerse yourself into the field of nanomedicine with an industry-focused co-op. The master’s program offers a dynamic, transformative experience that can be tailored to your interests and needs, giving you opportunities to grow as a professional and a person.

Faculty

Our Faculty

Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll be connected to students at our 13 campuses, as well as 300,000-plus alumni and more than 3,500 employer partners around the world. Our global university system provides you with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally and serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

Northeastern University is a world leader in nanomedicine education, training, and innovation. Since 2005, our faculty have brought in more than $9.8 million to support the development of innovative, one-of-a-kind courses and hands-on training programs in nanomedicine. Our nanomedicine courses engage students and faculty around the world, creating a global community of learning, mentoring, and collaboration.

Nanomedicine graduates find employment in the biotech, pharma, healthcare, and medicine industries. Many have used our program to discover their dream job, jump-start a PhD, or start their own company. Below is a look at where nanomedicine alumni work, what they do, and the skills they bring to their organization.

  • Where They Work

    • Moderna
    • Takeda
    • Pfizer
    • Novartis
    • AstraZeneca
    • Leidos
    • BD Biosciences
    • Broad Institute
    • Abbott Laboratories
    • MD Anderson
    • Bristol-Meyers Squibb

  • What They Do

    • Research & development
    • Healthcare services
    • Program & project management
    • Manufacturing
    • Business development
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Strategic planning
    • Sales & marketing
    • Laboratory operations
    • Regulatory affairs
    • Executive leadership

  • What They're Skilled At

    • Vaccine development
    • Formulation discovery
    • Therapeutics
    • Biomaterials
    • Nanofabrication
    • Drug delivery
    • In vitro & In vivo validation
    • Instrumentation
    • Clinical translation
    • Industry & government collaboration
    • Consulting
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