Harvard Medical School (HMS), a graduate medical school and extension of Harvard University, offers both free and paid courses for prospective medical students to enroll in.
Students come from all over the globe to study at HMS and benefit from close, collaborative relationships with peers and faculty members as they expand their knowledge base and learn to apply their skills in real-world settings.
HMS has affiliation agreements with 15 of the world’s most prestigious hospitals and research institutes, vital partners that provide clinical care and training.
HMS offers qualifications in Medical Degrees, Master's Degree Programmes, PhD Programmes, Postgraduate Programmes, Online Programmes and Executive Programmes of study.
Here is a list of the potential courses students can enroll in at Harvard Medical School:
Medical Degree Progamme
The MD Program at Harvard Medical School comprises two curricular tracks, Pathways and Health Sciences & Technology (HST).
Pathways incorporates pedagogical approaches that encourage active learning and critical thinking, earlier clinical experience, advanced clinical and basic/population science experiences, and a scholarly project that will allow every student to plan an individual pathway to the MD degree.
HST is offered jointly by HMS and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is oriented toward students with a declared interest in a career in biomedical research or a strong interest and background in physical or molecular science.
The HST curriculum is designed to emphasize basic and quantitative understanding of modern biomedical sciences and pathophysiologic processes and a fundamental approach to important concepts in modern biology and biotechnology.
Master's Degree Programmes
Harvard Medical School master’s programs are dedicated to sharing knowledge, fueling discovery and preparing the next generation of leaders in basic science and clinical research, social medicine, medical education, operations science and other dynamic fields.
HMS' programmes cover critical topics in medical science and research, and immerse students in the latest scholarship, emerging best practices and groundbreaking technology. Students bring their expertise to their professional work, creating a ripple effect as they collaborate with colleagues to enhance the health of their communities.
Master's Degree Programmes branch into fields such as Bioethics, Clinical Investigation, Biomedical Informatics, Clinical Service Operations, Healthcare Quality and Safety, Immunology and more.
PhD Programmes
There are nine HMS-based PhD programs. Students in these programs are all enrolled in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS):
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Bioinformatics and Integrative Genomics
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Biological and Biomedical Sciences
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Biophysics
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Chemical Biology
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Immunology
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Neuroscience
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Virology
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Systems Biology
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Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology
The Division of Medical Sciences is the administrative centralized home for all Harvard PhD students located at HMS.
Online Programmes
Complex material comes to life through visually engaging explanations rather than traditional lectures and PowerPoint slides when studying through HMS' Online Programmes.
Known as "HMX", courses are designed to deliver essential knowledge from foundational concepts to cutting-edge applications; important for a variety of health care career paths.
Foundational Topics include:
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Biochemistry
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Genetics
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Immunology
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Pharmacology
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Physiology
Advanced Topics include:
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Cancer Genomics and Precision Oncology
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Clinical Drug Development
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Drug Delivery
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Drug Discovery and Development
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Gene Therapy
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Genetic Testing and Sequencing Technologies
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Immuno-oncology
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Novel Therapies for Chronic Inflammation, Autoimmunity, and Allergy
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Vaccines and Viral Immunology
Postgraduate Programmes
HMS offers a wide range of postgraduate medical education for physicians, researchers and other health care providers.
Drawing upon the world-class HMS faculty, programs and courses are designed to help students advance in their careers as health care professionals and stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in medical research and clinical practice.
From Master's Degrees, Certifications, Continuing Education Programmes and Custom Programmes, there is something for everyone looking to secure a postgraduate qualification from Harvard Medical School.
Executive Programmes
Leadership in the industry requires business strategies grounded in the science and practice of medicine.
Harvard Medical School’s Corporate Learning solutions provide emerging and established companies with the knowledge they need to address the industry's toughest business challenges.
The school's extensive portfolio of learning solutions helps teams achieve their potential by advancing their knowledge and capabilities in areas ranging from medical science and emerging diseases to employee health and wellness.
A comprehensive ecosystem of online, in-person and hybrid solutions support learners at all levels; from new hires to CEOs and their leadership teams.
Both individuals and Organizations can enroll in these courses.
