MMSc Medical Education at Harvard University

Programme overview

The MMSc in Medical Education is a two-year, live virtual Harvard Medical School program for health science professionals who want to advance health professions education. It combines training in education research methods with foundational and emerging content in health professions education.

Faculty: Harvard Medical School | Duration: 2 years (live virtual) | Intake: September 2027; early deadline December 4, 2026, final deadline April 14, 2027 | Study mode: online | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

The science of learning, curriculum development and education design, adult learning theories, education technology integration and assessment principles, with protected time for quantitative and qualitative research in medical education.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application, CV, letter of intent of no more than three pages, three letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts (English or with official translation), and $100 application fee. TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo is required if prior instruction was not in English. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in teaching, training, curriculum development or educational leadership.

Intake: September 2027; early deadline December 4, 2026, final deadline April 14, 2027

Duration: 2 years (live virtual)

Apply through the official page: https://hms.harvard.edu/education-admissions/masters-degree-programs

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