Program Overview
The Nutrition and Metabolism at Boston University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nutrition and Metabolism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nutrition and Metabolism programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Molecular, Biochemical, and Physiological Basis of Nutrition:\xa0Micronutrients and Energy
- Molecular, Biochemical, and Physiological Basis of Nutrition:\xa0Metabolism
- Nutrition and Metabolism Seminar Class
- Research Design and Statistical Methods for Biomedical\xa0Sciences
- Clinical Nutrition Research
- Biochemistry/Cell Biology
- Research in Nutrition and Metabolism
- Basic Neurosciences
- Directed Study in Nutrition and Metabolism
- Biostatistics with Computer
- Intermediate Biostatistics with Computer
- Genetics & Epidemiology of Human Disease
- Cancer Biology and Genetics
- Medical Neurosciences
- Human Physiology A: Cellular and Organ Physiology
- Introduction to Medical Pharmacology
- Nutritional Epidemiology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Competitive GRE scores, academic background in biology and organic chemistry. Biochemistry and cell and molecular biology background is preferred but may be completed during the graduate coursework. International students must take the TOEFL exam unless undergraduate coursework was completed at an English-speaking university.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
Boston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months