Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Medical Science

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Nanoscience is the study of small things and advances in this field are making it possible to create innovations such as ultra-small senses, advanced drug delivery systems and novel materials. Nanoscience requires a broad knowledge in chemistry, biology, physics, materials science, and engineering. The post-baccalaureate certificate in Nanoscience program allows students with STEM bachelor’s degrees to continue their study and understand the fundamental concepts in nanoscience and prepare them for their future careers related to this ever-expanding field.

The Graduate Certificates are 12 credit programs for individuals with a baccalaureate or master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Biology, or closely related STEM fields who want additional training and foundation skills. The nanoscience department offers five graduate certificates in Nanoscience, Advanced Materials, Analytical Instrumentation, Medical Science, and Synthetic Biology technical areas that will afford numerous opportunities for collaboration with industrial partners and advanced degrees.

Certificate in Medical Science Program Distinctions

Medical science concerns human health and there is a growing interest in health-related studies. The Graduate Certificate in Medical Science program allows students with STEM bachelor’s degrees to understand the fundamental concepts in medical science and prepare them for their future careers related to this ever-expanding health-related field.

The Certificate in Medical Science Student Experience

JSNN recruits the best and brightest students from a variety of disciplines to conduct advanced research in Nanoengineering and Nanoscience. Students are challenged to choose a research area that is expected to provide significant benefit to mankind. Beyond becoming exceptional researchers, students will develop leadership and communication skills that will make them an exceptional asset in any academic, industry or government organization.

Required Course (3 credits)

• NAN 617 Principles of Nanoscience II: Analytical, Statistical, and Computational Foundations

Elective Courses (9 credits)

Select three courses (9 credits) from the following:

• NAN 609 Nanosafety
• NAN 610 Systems and Synthetic Biology
• NAN 620 Immunology
• NAN 635 Nanomechanics
• NAN 655 Biomimetics and Biomaterials
• NAN 771 Computational Quantum Nanochemistry

After Receiving a Certificate in Medical Science

• Graduates find careers as applications engineers, optical engineers, research scientists, and technical program managers.