The Master of Science in Biohazardous Threat Agents & Emerging Infectious Diseases is built on the expertise of faculty who work on the front lines of biosecurity in Washington, D.C. Students learn concepts and practices across chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) risk mitigation, and have the opportunity to intern at public- and private-sector organizations.
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Advance in your career, solve problems and make change on a global scale with the expertise you’ll gain through our industry-focused programs. You will learn technical, clinical research, business and policy skills and make connections in your field to set you up for success.
Biomedical Graduate Education offers three industry-focused master’s programs.
Programs at a Glance
| Degree | Focus | Related Fields |
|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Biohazardous Threat Agents & Emerging Infectious Diseases | Gain a robust foundation in biological risk, disease threats, and mitigation strategies. | • Public health • National security • Policy • Emergency preparedness • Research • Advanced degrees: Ph.D., M.D. |
| M.S. in Biotechnology | Develop scientific knowledge and the leadership skills to succeed in business, and meet employers as an intern. | • Biopharma research • Business development • Intellectual property • Regulatory affairs Manufacturing and quality assurance • Equity research |
| Online M.S. in Clinical & Translational Research | Learn how to design a clinical research project, obtain funding, execute investigations and communicate results. | • Clinical research and management • Clinical practice • Data management • Academic oversight • Regulatory affairs |
M.S. in Biohazardous Threat Agents & Emerging Infectious Diseases
Core Topics
- Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) risk mitigation
- Biosecurity and biodefense
- Global health security
- Science policy
- Zoonotic diseases
- Emerging technologies
M.S. in Biotechnology
The Master of Science in Biotechnology integrates science and biotechnology-based business. The program offers six thematic tracks, allowing flexibility for self-discovery and career orientation. Students take a capstone internship course to gain real-world experience at biotech companies, agencies or other institutions. Highly motivated students may also be eligible for internships at Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research or Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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- BioBusiness
- BioScience
- Cell & Gene Therapy
- Drug Design & Discovery
- Entrepreneurship
- Individualized
Core Topics
- Principles of biochemistry
- Laboratory applications
- Intellectual property
- Core methods of biotechnology
- Introduction to biotech industry
- Entrepreneurial biotechnology
Online M.S. in Clinical & Translational Research
The Online Master of Science in Clinical & Translational Research prepares students for roles in clinical research. Aligned with NIH core competencies, our curriculum emphasizes literature review, hypothesis development, research methodology, data analysis, ethics, and communication. Through a mandatory capstone project, students demonstrate their proficiency and readiness to contribute to the field. Students gain real-world project experience with cutting-edge tools, and are able to apply what they’ve learned in their current workplaces.
Learn MoreCore Topics
- Literature review
- Research methods
- Experimental design
- Data analysis
- Research ethics
- Presenting research findings
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