MS in Nanoscience
The 31-hour, non-thesis MS in Nanoscience follows the Professional Science Master’s degree model, featuring coursework in nanoscience and business, and an internship to provide practical experience. It’s designed for students with a strong background in technical fields who seek additional specialized training to qualify them for positions in companies that work in the field of nanotechnology. The non-thesis option for the MS in Nanoscience also has a concentration in Instrumentation for those students wishing to focus on the application and operation of advanced characterization tools used in nanoscale research. A 31-hour MS Thesis concentration is also available, which includes the completion of a 6 credit thesis. The program is designed for students who seek in-depth, hands-on research experience while improving their scientific writing and mastery in nanoscience to continue further in their higher education.
Program Details
Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline, and as a minimum will have completed mathematics up to Calculus II.
The MS in Nanoscience non-thesis option is comprised of:
Foundation Nanoscience Survey Courses (6 credits)
- NAN 700: Principles of Nanoscience I: Physical, Chemical, and Biological Foundations (3)
- NAN 706: Principles of Nanoscience II: Analytical, Statistical, and Computational Foundations (3)
- NAN 710: Scientific Integrity (1)
- NAN 707: Lab Protocols and Practice (3)
- NAN 708: Science Communications (3)
- NAN 698: Capstone Experience (3)
Nanoscience Elective Courses (15 credits)
Students may select relevant courses from outside NAN in consultation with their committee/advisor.
Total Credit Hours 31
The MS in Nanoscience with thesis option is comprised of:
Foundation Nanoscience Survey Courses (6 credits)
- NAN 700: Principles of Nanoscience I: Physical, Chemical, and Biological Foundations (3)
- NAN 706: Principles of Nanoscience II: Analytical, Statistical, and Computational Foundations (3)
- NAN 710: Scientific Integrity (1)
- NAN 707: Lab Protocols and Practice (3)
- NAN 708: Science Communications (3)
- NAN 699: Thesis (6)
Nanoscience Elective Courses (12 credits)
Students may select relevant courses from outside NAN in consultation with their committee/advisor.
Total Credit Hours 31
Program Contacts
- Graduate Program Director
- Department Chair
- Executive Assistant
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must have:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration or focus area related to Nanoscience (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering). For students from non-U.S. schools, applicants must submit their transcript for evaluation by the Graduate School, to demonstrate that their undergraduate performance satisfies this requirement.
- Satisfactory academic standing as an undergraduate. This corresponds to a B (3.0 GPA) average or better in the undergraduate major and in course prerequisites at a minimum, through completed calculus and differential equations (Calculus I & II).
- Satisfactory test score for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) in verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing. There is no minimum score requirement, as the GRE is only one aspect of the applicant’s overall qualifications. Higher scores are always better, of course. TOFEL (or IETLS) is required for international applicants.
In addition to the application materials (copies of test scores, official transcripts, and recommendation letters) required by The Graduate School, applicants must submit a personal statement indicating their interest in the program and a current Curriculum Vitae (C.V.).