Nanoscience, M.S.
The 30 credit hour, non-thesis, online M.S. in Nanoscience follows the Professional Science Master’s degree model, featuring coursework in nanosciences and business and an internship to provide practical experience. It is designed for students with strong backgrounds in technical fields who seek additional specialized training to qualify them for positions in companies that work in the field of nanotechnology.
The on-campus M.S. in Nanoscience Thesis Option is a 30 credit hour program that includes the completion of a 6 credit thesis. Students are expected to start their research project during their first year in the program.
For information regarding deadlines and requirements for admission, please see the Guide to Graduate Admissions.
In addition to the application materials required by The Graduate School, applicants must submit a personal statement indicating their interest in the program and a current Curriculum Vitae.
Qualified applicants will have a BS degree in an area related to nanoscience (physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, or engineering).
Degree Program Requirements
Required: 30 credit hours
Non-Thesis Option
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Nanoscience Survey Courses (9 credits) | ||
| Select 9 credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Nanochemistry | ||
| Nanobiology | ||
| Nanophysics | ||
| Nanotechniques | ||
| Mathematical Methods in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering | ||
| Disciplinary Foundation Courses (9 credits) | ||
| Select 9 credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Nanosafety | ||
| Introduction to Spectroscopy Methods in Nanoscience | ||
| Immunology | ||
| Molecular Biology in Nanosciences | ||
| Introduction to Stem Cell Biology and Ethics | ||
| Advances in Bio-Sensors | ||
| Biometrics and Biomaterials | ||
| Business/Management Courses (9 credits) | ||
| Select 9 credits | 9 | |
| Internship/Project (Capstone Experience) (3 credits) | ||
| NAN 698 | Professional MS in Nanoscience Internship | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Thesis Option
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamentals of Nanoscience Courses/Survey Courses (12 credits) | ||
| Select 12 credits from the following: | 12 | |
| Nanochemistry | ||
| Nanobiology | ||
| Nanophysics | ||
| Nanotechniques | ||
| Mathematical Methods in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering | ||
| Disciplinary Foundation Courses (6 credits) | ||
| Select 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Nanosafety | ||
| Introduction to Spectroscopy Methods in Nanoscience | ||
| Immunology | ||
| Molecular Biology in Nanosciences | ||
| Introduction to Stem Cell Biology and Ethics | ||
| Advances in Bio-Sensors | ||
| Biometrics and Biomaterials | ||
| Laboratory Rotation (4 credits) | ||
| NAN 611 | Nanoscience Laboratory Rotation | 4 |
| Nanoscience Seminar Course (2 credits) | ||
| NAN 621 | Professional Development Seminar I | 1 |
| NAN 622 | Professional Development Seminar II | 1 |
| Thesis Credits (6 credits) | ||
| NAN 699 | Thesis | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Instrumentation Concentration
The Master of Science in Nanoscience Instrumentation concentration involves coursework on the theory and application of nanoscale characterization and analytical instruments including scanning electron microscopy, optical microscopy techniques, atomic force microscopy, Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and surface analysis tools like the Raman spectroscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). This new Master of Science concentration will train individuals in the theory, operation, and implementation of these instruments in the context of material characterization.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course in Instrumentation (3 credits) | ||
| NAN 604 | Nanotechniques | 3 |
| Fundamentals of Nanoscience Courses (6 credits) | ||
| Select two courses (6 credits) from the following: | 6 | |
| Nanochemistry | ||
| Nanobiology | ||
| Nanophysics | ||
| Mathematical Methods in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering | ||
| Laboratory Rotations (4 credits) | ||
| NAN 611 | Nanoscience Laboratory Rotation | 4 |
| Nanoscience Seminar Course (2 credits) | ||
| NAN 621 | Professional Development Seminar I | 1 |
| NAN 622 | Professional Development Seminar II | 1 |
| Instrumentation Electives (9 credits) | ||
| Select three courses (9 credits) from the following: | 9 | |
| Introduction to Spectroscopy Methods in Nanoscience | ||
| Optical Microscopy for Nanoscience | ||
| Particle Beam Microscopy for Nanoscience | ||
| Molecular Biology in Nanosciences | ||
| Advances in Bio-Sensors | ||
| Internship (6 credits) | ||
| NAN 698 | Professional MS in Nanoscience Internship * | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| * | 3-credit course taken twice for 6 credits total. |