Topics in Biomedical Science Graduate Certificate at Harvard University

Build a rigorous foundation in the molecular and cellular science driving modern diagnostics, therapeutics, and biomedical research. The Biomedical Science Graduate Certificate equips you to understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive human health and disease. Through applied coursework, you’ll explore how advances in genomics, proteomics, epigenetics, and immunology are transforming the way diseases are studied, diagnosed, and treated.

Faculty: Harvard Extension School (Division of Continuing Education)  |  Duration: 4 Online Courses; Finish in 8 Months – 3 Years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Spring 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

The Topics in Biomedical Science Graduate Certificate includes four online courses: (two core courses are required; you may take up to four).

Career pathways

This certificate prepares you to apply advanced knowledge of human biology and disease in research, healthcare, and related fields. You’ll engage with topics such as genomics, diagnostics, and therapeutic development, building a foundation for work that connects scientific research to clinical and public health applications.

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