MS Nanomedicine PlusOne
In the MS in Nanomedicine program, students gain experience-based learning in nanomedicine research, innovation, and commercialization.
Students enrolled in the PlusOne program can accelerate their education by applying graduate-level coursework toward both their undergraduate and master’s degrees—earning both degrees in less time.
Eligibility
To apply to the MS Nanomedicine PlusOne program, students must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at Northeastern University.
Eligible Undergraduate Majors
Students who are pursuing one of the following undergraduate degrees with minimum cumulative 3.000 GPA.
- BS Behavioral Neuroscience
- BS Biochemistry
- BS Biotechnology (CPS)
- BS Chemistry
Financing and Scholarships
Any financial aid a student may have received from the university while an undergraduate will not continue once the student obtains graduate status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions students have as they navigate this pathway.
Curriculum Requirements
A maximum of 16 semester hours (SH) completed as an undergraduate can be used toward the Master of Science degree. A fixed series of courses taken as an undergraduate replaces some of the required courses and general electives taken for the Bachelor of Science degree. Check the course catalog for course descriptions.
Courses to complete as an undergraduate student
- NNMD 5270 Foundations in Nanomedicine: Therapeutics (3 SH)
- NNMD 5271 Foundations in Nanomedicine: Diagnostics (3 SH)
- NNMD 5370 Nanomedicine Research Techniques (4SH)
- PHSC 5560 Nanotoxicology (3 SH)
- NNMD 5570 Preclinical & Clinical Study Design (3 SH)
NNMD courses are typically offered in Fall and Spring semesters only. Some graduate courses may be completed during the summer depending on course availability.
Courses to complete as a graduate student
Once you complete the undergraduate degree you become a full-time graduate student, enrolling in the same courses (18 credits) as other second year graduate students in the MS in Nanomedicine program. A minimum of 34 graduate credits are required to complete Master of Science degree.
Program Contacts
Associate Teaching Professor and Program Director
For questions related to graduate course offerings, program content, post-grad career opportunities, and overall program requirements.
For support with academic questions, students should reach out to their undergraduate academic advisor.
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