• The Master of Science(M.Sc) in Biotechnology at Northeastern University is a 2-years program.
  • The program is on full time or part time basis.
  • The MSc in Biotechnology is an innovative, non-thesis graduate degree program.
  • The curriculum of this professional science master’s combines advanced interdisciplinary training in biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, and pharmaceutical science with the development of high-value business skills critical to success in today’s dynamic workplace.
  • Students choose from concentrations in which core courses are combined with specialization and elective study.
  • All concentrations feature a co-op work experience with an industry, academic, or government employer.
  • All concentrations except the biotechnology enterprise concentration include a hands-on lab experience and opportunities to take part in independent work in research labs. 
  • Some of the main courses students go through in this program are:
    • Foundations in Biotechnology
    • The Biotechnology Enterprise
    • Principles of Bioengineering
    • Plant Biotechnology
    • Advanced Microbiology
    • Medical Microbiology
  • Northeastern boasts a network of more than 3,000 public and private sector co-op locations on seven continents.
  • Recent biotechnology co-op placements have included Biogen Idec, EMD Serono/Millipore, Harvard Medical School, Medimmune, Momenta Pharmaceuticals, New England Biolabs, Regeneron, Novartis, and Genzyme, among others.