At Harvard Medical School, the Master of Medical Sciences in Therapeutic Sciences immerses students in research-intensive, hands-on coursework that prepares them to succeed in a wide range of research careers in biomedical research or to pursue further education. Completion of the residential, in-person MMSc in Therapeutic Sciences program requires 64 credits, with 36 credits dedicated to lab-based mentored research. Based on the desired area of scientific specialization and the thesis project, students select advanced training in either biochemical or cell biology-based methodologies.
The MMSc in Therapeutic Sciences program curriculum covers the following key topic areas:
Fundamentals in biochemistry, cell biology, and assay development
Biophysical and biochemical mechanisms of protein function
Principles of cell biology
Scientific communication and data visualization
Data literacy
Professional skills development
The program also includes a seminar series and journal clubs that expose students to real-world experiences and case studies that reflect the newest developments, challenges, and trends in the industry.