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24 Master's degrees offered by the university
Anatomy and Neurobiology
The M.S. degree in Anatomy and Neurobiology at Boston University is a rigorous two-year program incorporating coursework in anatomical and neurobiological principles. In addition, the degree has a strong focus on producing outstanding educators through a combination of lecturing and one-on-one mentoring.
Pathology Laboratory Sciences
The Pathology Laboratory Sciences program at Boston University focuses on the basic science and laboratory techniques of pathology and related disciplines.
Materials Science and Engineering
The Master of Science Program in Materials Science and Engineering at Boston University is designed to provide advanced training in materials.
Statistics
The Master of Arts in Statistics degree program at Boston University provides advanced training in the fundamental theory of statistics and probability and in their applications to a broad range of disciplines.
Biology
The goal of the Biology Department master’s program at Boston University is to train students at an advanced level in one of three broad subfields within modern biology: cellular and molecular biology; neurobiology; and ecology, behavior, evolution, and marine biology.
Medical Sciences
The Master of Science in Medical Sciences Program at Boston University is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in a health-related field.
Materials Science and Engineering
The flexible Master of Engineering program in Materials Science and Engineering at Boston University is a professional master’s program that can be completed in one year of full-time study, or up to two years if an internship or project-based experience is desired. Part-time options are also available.
Mathematics Education
The Master of Arts in Teaching Program of Mathematics Education at Boston University is designed for graduates who wish to teach in middle or secondary schools, have not completed a teaching licensure program, and majored in mathematics or who have taken a minimum of six mathematics courses beyond Calculus I.
Astronomy
Astronomy graduates at Boston University presents directed research to a committee of faculty members and to a scientific audience.
Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology
The MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology at Boston University is a full-time, three-semester, 39-credit program with a common core during the first semester. In the two remaining semesters, students have the choice to concentrate in Asset Management, Quantitative Analytics, Risk Management, or Analytics & Research.
Biomedical Forensic Sciences
The Biomedical Forensic Sciences program at Boston University trains aspiring and mid-career professionals in a variety of forensic disciplines applied to crime scene investigation and evidence analysis.
Genetic Counseling
The Genetic Counseling program at Boston University is provided through Graduate Medical Sciences and has received full accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.
Epidemiology and Biostatistics
How are health and disease affected by where and how you live? These are the central questions of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, the foundation of public health, a program offered by Boston University.
Statistical Practice
The Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Boston University is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge in statistical methods. This programme typically spans a duration of two years, offering a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in a part-time format.
Bioimaging
The Master of Science in Bioimaging at Boston University is designed to full a rapidly growing need for individuals who possess advanced and broad knowledge of the imaging methodologies used in medicine and medical research. Graduates of this program qualify for positions in the health care and biomedical instrumentation industries and in a wide variety of private and government research centers.
Biomedical Research Technologies
The application of advanced technologies is of central importance to biomedical sciences. Biomedical Research Technologies cores at Boston University have developed over the years as centralized facilities that have specialized expertise in various technologies to help advance biomedical research.
Biostatistics
Biostatistics at Boston University is aimed primarily at students with the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree who wish to pursue advanced study in the theory and methods of biostatistics.
Physics
Physics at Boston University demonstrates a thorough and advanced understanding of the core areas of physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermal and statistical physics, and quantum mechanics, along with the mathematics necessary for qualitative and quantitative analyses in these areas.
Nutrition
The Nutrition graduate programs at Boston University offer advanced study in human nutrition. As described below, Master of Science (MS) degree programs are available for students who do, or do not, have undergraduate preparation in nutrition.
Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry
The MA in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry at Boston University is designed to provide a solid foundation in these three and related interdisciplinary fields through coursework, seminars, and research.