Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University
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    Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University

    Northeastern University
    Northeastern University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Boston
    University Rank:#384
    Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University

    The Biomedical Science at Northeastern University is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Boston campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on January 1, 2027.

    About Master of Biomedical Science

    Scientific work, whether research or clinically oriented, is increasingly interdisciplinary and demands a skill set able to deal with problems of human health across branches of science and medicine. The Master of Science in Biomedical Science, offered by the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, integrates study across several areas of contemporary biomedicine, including human physiology and pathophysiology, pharmacology, and biochemistry/cell biology. This program is appropriate for those entering or currently employed in the field, including research technicians, clinical laboratory workers, science teachers, and science administrators. For those currently employed, program flexibility can enhance their performance in a current position or invite new employment opportunities. Graduates of the program will also be well prepared to enter related PhD programs at the university.

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    Unique Features

    • The university is strategically located within the Boston-area biomedical and pharmaceutical/biotech industry ecosystem.
    • The MS program provides opportunities for original research experience in department labs and the option to do a literature- or laboratory-based master's thesis for credit.
    • The curriculum includes opportunity for laboratory coursework and instruction in experimental design and data analysis.
    • Northeastern’s School of Pharmacy is consistently ranked first in NIH funding among all private U.S. schools of pharmacy.
    • The program offers opportunities for experiential learning through department and off-campus co-ops and internships.
    • Those already employed in pharmaceutical/biotechnology-related fields can take specific courses for advanced training.

    Career Outlook

    Graduates of the Biomedical Science program are primarily healthcare professionals who gain basic training in human biology and disease, and go on to advancing in their current roles. Some graduates from the department have established careers as independent:

    • Industry scientists and administrators (Big Pharma, biotech)
    • Clinical laboratory staff members
    • Academic biomedical researchers
    • Science teaching faculty
    • Medical liaison specialists
    • Pharmaceutical product representatives
    • Medical writers

    Program Objectives

    Upon completion of the MS in Biomedical Sciences program, students will be able to:

    • Evaluate critical topics of contemporary focus in the biomedical sciences, including:
      • Analyze current research trends in the biomedical sciences
      • Apply human biology and pathology to drug pharmacology, invention, and clinical application
      • Integrate cross-disciplinary knowledge about drugs and their therapeutic value
      • Produce literature reviews encompassing retrieval, critical analysis, assessment, and written/oral presentation on a current topic in the biomedical sciences

    • Execute experiments in the biomedical sciences that advance the medical application and clinical utility of drugs, specifically:
      • Use methodology and instrumentation to increase biomedical knowledge
      • Maintain and use data, records, and notes/documentation according to ethical standards of research practice and academic integrity

    • Identify major themes, knowledge gaps, and research problems regarding the application of human biology and pathology to drug pharmacology, invention, and clinical application:
      • Conceptualize and communicate to diverse constituencies in good oral and written English principal concepts in the biomedical sciences
      • Judge how social, economic, and ethical issues may influence drug invention and utility
      • Recognize unsatisfied medical needs where new drugs could make a positive impact
      • Integrate cross-disciplinary information at the intersection of biology and medicine that advance understanding of drug actions and applications

    • Advance clinical and translational medicine by applying knowledge of the biomedical sciences:
      • Recognize applications of the pharmaceutical sciences to improve healthcare outcomes
      • Apply principles of biomedical science to facilitate drug discovery
      • Identify areas where additional information on drug action and properties is needed to improve patient care
      • Recognize unsolved issues in disease treatment and how they may be addressed by new therapies

    The Master of Science in Biomedical Science is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the cross-disciplinary integration of human pathobiology with drug action, invention, and clinical utility.

    • The university is strategically located within the Boston-area biomedical and pharmaceutical/biotech industry ecosystem.
    • The MS program provides opportunities for original research experience in department labs and the option to do a literature- or laboratory-based master's thesis for credit.
    • The curriculum includes opportunity for laboratory coursework and instruction in experimental design and data analysis.
    • Northeastern’s School of Pharmacy is consistently ranked first in NIH funding among all private U.S. schools of pharmacy.
    • The program offers opportunities for experiential learning through department and off-campus co-ops and internships.
    • Those already employed in pharmaceutical/biotechnology-related fields can take specific courses for advanced training.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University

    Entry Requirements

    • Application
    • Application fee
    • Three letters of recommendation
    • Transcripts from all institutions attended
    • Personal statement
    • Resumé
    • TOEFL for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English.
    • GRE scores are optional
    • At least two semesters of undergraduate courses (or their equivalent) in each of the following:
      • Mathematics (including calculus)
      • Biology
      • Physics
      • Biochemistry
      • Organic chemistry

     Please note: All international applicants will need to provide a WES

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 76
    • IELTSMin 8
    • TOEFLMin 108

    English Program Requirements

    Northeastern students will be exposed to not only a rigorous academic environment but also a fast-paced experiential one. In order to be successful in both, all first-year and transfer applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate proficiency in English to be considered for admission to Northeastern.

    Once your application is submitted, received, and processed, you will be able to access your Application Status Check. If you are required to provide further information regarding your proficiency in English, you will be able to complete the requirement in several ways, depending on your familiarity with English, and the frequency with which you use English each and every day:

    • Non-native English-speaking applicants will be required to submit official and valid results from one of the following English Language Tests:
      • C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (Cambridge English)
      • Duolingo English Test (DET)
      • IELTS Academic
      • PTE Academic
      • TOEFL Internt-based Test (CEEB Code: 3667) Northeastern will accept either the in-person version completed in a test center, or the TOEFL iBT Home Edition
    • However, based on your academic environment and the primary instructional language in either your high school or university, you may be eligible for a waiver. All waivers must be submitted through your Application Status Check. For additional information and to determine whether or not you are eligible for a waiver, please read the section below on waiving the English proficiency requirement.

    Please note: Northeastern’s Admissions Committee reserves the right to request proof of English language proficiency from any applicant, regardless of citizenship or first language, at any time during the evaluation process.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Biomedical Science

    Graduates of the Biomedical Science program are primarily healthcare professionals who gain basic training in human biology and disease, and go on to advancing in their current roles. Some graduates from the department have established careers as independent:

    • Industry scientists and administrators (Big Pharma, biotech)
    • Clinical laboratory staff members
    • Academic biomedical researchers
    • Science teaching faculty
    • Medical liaison specialists
    • Pharmaceutical product representatives
    • Medical writers

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University

    Application Fee 75

    How to Apply for Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University

    • 1.Create your application

      Submit your application through The Common Application or the Coalition Application (both are accepted). Once you have created your application, please select Northeastern University to directly submit your application to us. Application fee of $75 or need-based fee waiver* *Northeastern accepts need-based fee waivers from the Common Application, the Coalition Application, as well as organizations such as the College Board and ACT, or in a written request from a school official.

    • 2.Submit all required materials

      Double check to make sure that you have submitted all required materials. Even if your application has been submitted, we cannot begin reviewing your file until all of your required materials have been received. For applicants applying for the 2022-2023 academic year, Northeastern University is test-optional and does not require standardized testing to complete an application for admission.

    • 3.Check your application status

      Within seven days of applying, you should receive a confirmation email containing your Northeastern University ID number and instructions for setting up your Application Status Check account. To ensure all of the necessary documents have been submitted, and for updates or information about your application, visit your application status check.

    Master of Biomedical Science at Northeastern University
    Northeastern University
    Northeastern University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Boston

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