Overview

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 at Northeastern University , 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. The program is STEM certified.

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

This program is visa-eligible at Northeastern University campuses in the United States and Canada.Disclaimer: Visa eligibility may vary by location and individual circumstances. Applicants are responsible for verifying the most up-to-date visa regulations with the relevant visa or immigration agency before applying.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Skills and Ethics
Ethical Problems in Health Sciences Research
Pharmaceutical Biochemistry
Cellular Physiology
Human Physiology and Pathophysiology
Experimental Design and Biostatistics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

Application
Application fee
Two letters of recommendation
Transcripts from all institutions attended
Personal statement
Resumé
For those whose native language is not English, the TOEFL or IELTS exam will be required. A minimum score of 100 in the iBT TOEFL is preferred, or a minimum score of 7.5 in the IELTS Academic is preferred. TOEFL Code for the application is 8246
GRE scores are optional
At least one semester of undergraduate courses (or their equivalent) in each of the following:
Biochemistry / Cellular Biology / Molecular Biology
Biology
Organic chemistry
Physics
Calculus
Please note: All international applicants will need to provide a WES

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32109 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32109 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

31000 USD / year

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Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Funding

While international students are not eligible for U.S. federal financial aid, some scholarships and fellowships may be available through specific graduate programs or Northeastern’s Office of Global Services. External scholarships and private funding sources may also be an option.

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