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The Division of the Social Sciences offers several certificate opportunities for currently enrolled University of Chicago master’s and doctoral students. Including a certificate in your UChicago graduate experience further distinguishes your accomplishments as you plan for the next step in your academic or professional career. Successfully completed certificate programs are noted on the individual’s transcript.

Certificate Advanced Quantitative Methods

Eligibility : Doctoral students only.

Advanced Quantitative Methods (AQM) is offered by the Committee on Quantitative Methods in Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences, a University-wide interdisciplinary group of distinguished scholars from the Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, and the Harris School of Public Policy. Its faculty are committed to improving methodological research and training in bio statistics, econometrics, psychometrics, and social statistics and in cross-cutting fields including formal modeling, survey methodology, and computational strategies, with the goal of advancing applied research of individuals, populations, and societies. Eligibility is limited to students who are currently enrolled full time in a doctoral degree program at the University of Chicago. Students may apply to the certificate program at any stage of the doctoral study. 

Certificate in Computational Social Science

Eligibility : Enrolled in any degree-granting graduate program (master’s or doctoral level).

The Certificate in Computational Social Science provides an innovative, cutting-edge approach to computational skills and is intended for students looking to deepen their research skills or develop a competitive portfolio for industry positions. It is designed to compliment a student’s training at the University of Chicago, allowing them to broaden their methodological expertise and apply this across a range of social scientific domains.

Requirements can be met in a single year or over several years of study.

View certificate requirements on the Computational Social Science website .

Certificate in Education and Society

Eligibility: Master of Arts students only.

Students in all MA programs at the University can pursue a  certificate in Education and Society . To qualify for the certificate, students must first apply and be accepted into a terminal master’s program at the University.  Once accepted into such a program, students can declare their intention to complete a certificate in Education and Society. While students from any terminal MA program at the University of Chicago are eligible to complete this certificate, a recommended course of study is  the Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS).

View certificate requirements and application procedures on the Committee on Education website .

Certificate in Environment, Geography, and Urbanization

The  Doctoral Certificate in Environment, Geography and Urbanization  is intended to support advanced research, build intellectual community, and facilitate scholarly collaboration among doctoral students and faculty working in diverse fields of environmental social science and environmental humanities. Grounded in the regular meetings of the long-standing Environmental Studies Workshop as well as specialized doctoral coursework in environmental social science and environmental humanities, the CEGU Doctoral Certificate aims to contribute to the further development of innovative, interdisciplinary doctoral research in these areas. Eligibility is limited to all full-time Ph.D. students in the Division of Social Science and the Division of the Humanities, although students pursuing a Ph.D. in other Divisions or Schools may also petition to pursue the certificate. Students may apply to the certificate program at any stage of their doctoral coursework (admissions are rolling). 

For more information, please contact the CEGU Chair or Student Affairs Administrator. Students wishing to pursue the certificate should notify CEGU administration by filling out this  form .

Certificate in Formation of Knowledge

How do we know what we know? What makes expertise? What can we gain in the 21st century by exploring the contexts of knowledge production, past and present? Housed at the Institute on the Formation of Knowledge (IFK), the Formation of Knowledge MAPSS certificate explores how claims to knowledge are shaped by disciplinary, social, historical, and political contexts, as well as local cultural factors both explicit and unspoken. Students in the Formation of Knowledge MAPSS certificate are introduced to the nascent and dynamic field of inquiry into the formation of knowledge through a broad range of historical, sociological, and anthropological case studies that exemplify and challenge disciplinary practices in the social sciences. In addition to traditional social science research, the certificate highlights experiential learning, collaboration, and opportunities guided by a faculty advisor. 

Learn more about the Formation of Knowledge Certificate .

Certificate in Gender and Sexuality Studies

Eligibility : Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences, Divinity School master’s programs, any doctoral program.

The  Certificate in Gender and Sexuality Studies allows students in a variety of programs to deepen their academic interest in gender and/or sexuality. The interdisciplinary nature of the subject can lead to academic exploration above and beyond the specific course of study undertaken by UChicago MA/PhD students. Students are able to select relevant courses across departments and divisions in order to expand their knowledge of gender and sexuality. Students also participate in the CSGS Workshop/Working Group to learn about active research happening across campus. These opportunities allow students to gain an understanding of the breadth of subjects where gender/sexuality can be, and are, a focus of study. Requirements differ depending on the degree you are pursuing.

Interested students should review certificate requirements carefully on the Center for the Study of Gender and Sexuality website .

Certificate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies

The Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) at the University of Chicago offers a certificate (or option, for students enrolled in MAPH) in Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACS), open to all graduate students within the University. The LACS certificate/option provides proof of area studies specialization and will be noted on the transcript.

Learn more at the  Center for Latin American Studies website .

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PhD Certificates, Fellowships & Training Programs

Enhance your degree with a focused course sequence

Students can expand their learning experience through the Aerospace Research Graduate Certificate. Faculty expertise includes structures and dynamics, aerodynamics, acoustics, and mathematical and computational methods.

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A multidisciplinary certificate program integrates engineering, the life sciences, and medicine. The research focus of the program is the interaction of proteins, cells and tissues with materials and drugs in natural biological processes, and in medical diagnosis and therapy.

More about the Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering Certificate »

Shape the future by designing machines that improve lives.

In addition to completing four high-impact courses, you'll join a special community — the uncommonly collaborative engineering and medical research neighborhood clustered just a few hundred meters apart along Duke's Research Drive.

Eligibility: Students should be candidates at Duke for the Master of Science, Master of Engineering or PhD in one of these Duke departments or programs: Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science, Electrical & Computer Science, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or Science & Society.

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The Fitzpatrick Institute for Photonics at Duke University offers a graduate certificate, open to any graduate student at Duke. The goal of the program is to provide a venue for students to learn more about photonics as a path to interdisciplinary research and technology development.

More about the Certificate in Photonics»

Duke MEMS participates in Duke's university-wide Graduate Certificate Program in Nanoscience—which provides an interdisciplinary education in the broad areas of nanoscience and nanomaterials.

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Understand the autonomous systems driving independent, intelligent machines. The topic spans robotics, cyber-physical systems, internet of things, and medicine.

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Utilize advanced data-driven artificial intelligence (AI) methodologies to explore and engineer novel materials that possess the essential properties necessary for effectively tackling the most significant challenges we face.

More about the AI for Materials Certificate »

Fellowships

Apply your training in high-impact contexts

Through the generous support of the Lord Foundation, PhD students in Duke's Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science can apply for funding to support a semester gaining experience in the policy or nonprofit sector. Students are encouraged to identify internships that align with their research expertise—at the international, national or local levels.

More about the Engineering in Service to Society Fellowship »

The Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science is pleased to offer Burroughs Wellcome Foundation Fellowships for incoming (Fall 2024) MEMS PhD students with research related to biological sciences, climate change, and human health. 

All MEMS PhD students are fully funded. 

In addition, these students will receive $3000 in discretionary funds for conference travel, laptops, books, and professional development activities. Fellows will be selected based on their PhD application. No additional application is required. BIPOC and first-generation (college) students are encouraged to apply.

Made possible by the generous support of the Burroughs Wellcome Foundation (BWF),

To learn more or apply, contact Michell Tampe

Research Traineeship Programs

Take on the challenge of highly-focused training in an emerging topic area

A cohort of approximately eight PhD students from NC State, Duke, and UNC Chapel Hill will be accepted for the Summer 2024 NSF-supported IRES Track 1 Program, Soft Matter Research Experience for North Carolina Graduate Students in Dresden, Germany (with future opportunities in Summer 2025 and 2026).

The Summer 2024 cohort will travel to and live together in Dresden to do soft matter research with different hosts but with a common academic and social program.

More about the NSF-IRES program »

This National Science Foundation-supported research traineeship program is for PhD students from degree programs in computer science, data science, statistical science, and all materials disciplines (including materials science, physics, chemistry, and all engineering fields) with the goal is broadening the participation of women and other underrepresented groups. aiM provides specialized coursework, professional skills development, and experiential internships. Upon completion, each student is awarded an aiM PhD Certificate of Specialization, in addition to their doctorate.

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Through a National Institutes of Health biotechnology pre-doctoral training grant, the Duke Center for Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering (CBTE) supports stipend, tuition and fees for 10 pre-doctoral fellows, with the Duke Graduate School contributing two more fellowships for non-US citizens. Generally, students are awarded an NIH CBTE fellowship during their first or second year of graduate study and are supported for two years.

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From autonomous robots that use AI and machine learning to make clinical decisions, to tools that augment surgeons’ own capabilities, rapid changes in surgical technologies have created new demands for the future workforce.

The National Science Foundation-funded Traineeship for the Advancement of Surgical Technologies (TAST) prepares engineering and computer science graduate students to design advanced surgical technologies that benefit society through technical coursework, real-world surgical design challenges, professional development and study of legal, ethical, societal and economic considerations.

Eligibility : TAST is a two-year program open to PhD and master’s students in the Pratt School of Engineering as well as Duke Computer Science.

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Doctoral certificate programs are open to enrolled PhD students. These programs are designed to extend expertise into interdisciplinary areas and to certify training beyond the home Ph.D. discipline. They promise to advance student careers as well as promote intellectual exchange and community in these academic areas.

To pursue a certificate program, a student must have the support of the department in which they are pursuing the doctoral degree and the program offering the certificate. Certificates typically require three to five courses and sometimes require a substantial piece of written work, internship, practicum, or other project. The programs are offered at no charge to eligible doctoral students.

Successful completion of the requirements of the certificate program will be recognized on the Brown University transcript with a notation indicating the field of this advanced study. Although approved programs may be informally described as “certificates,” no separate document will be awarded by the Registrar.

Doctoral Certificate Programs

Archaeology of the ancient world.

Department/Unit:  Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World Director of Certificate Program:  Andrew Scherer

Africana Studies

Department/Unit:  Department of Africana Studies Director of Certificate Program:  Francoise Hamlin

Collaborative Humanities

Department/Unit:  Cogut Institute for the Humanities Director of Certificate Program:  Amanda Anderson

Data Science

Department/Unit:  Data Science Institute  (Division of Applied Mathematics and the Departments of Biostatistics, Computer Science, and Mathematics) Directors of Certificate Program: Andras Zsom (Graduate Program Director),  Alden Bumstead (Associate Director)  

Digital Humanities  

Department/Unit: Brown University Library  Center for Digital Scholarship  and  Cogut Institute for the Humanities Director of the Certificate Program:  Ashley Champagne  and  Tara Nummedal

Early Cultures

Department/Unit:  Program in Early Cultures Director of Certificate Program:  Amy Russell

Gender and Sexuality Studies

Department/Unit: Pembroke Center Director of Certificate Program:  Denise Davis

Hispanic Studies

Department/Unit: Hispanic Studies Director of Certificate Program:  Felipe Martinez-Pinzon

Language Pedagogy and Academic Engagement

Department/Unit: Center for Language Studies Director of Certificate Program:   Jane Sokolosky  and  Jeremy Lehnen

Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Department/Unit:  Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies , Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs  Director of Certificate Program:  Neil Safier

Portuguese and Brazilian Studies

Department/Unit: Portuguese and Brazilian Studies Director of Certificate Program:  Luiz F. Valente

Science, Technology and Society

Department/Unit: Program in Science, Technology and Society Director of Certificate Program:  Lukas Rieppel

Spatial Analysis

Department/Unit: Spatial Structures in the Social Sciences (S4) Director of Certificate Program:  Kevin Mwenda

Translation Studies

Department/Unit: Comparative Literature Director of the Certificate Program:  Marc Redfield

Proposing a Program

Programs interested in proposing a certificate program are invited to read  guidelines for doctoral certificates  and to contact  William Wittels , Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. 

• Certificates

The Graduate School offers a number certificate programs through which you can gain secondary competency in a related field while pursuing your PhD. There are two types of certificates: academic program certificates and certificates in training.

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Academic Program Certificates

Academic program certificates allow you to develop an area of expertise that will complement and enhance your PhD program. Certificate requirements vary by program but typically include required courses that will indicate secondary competency in another area of study, participation in a colloquium, and sometimes research and teaching expectations. If you are interested in obtaining an academic certificate, you should contact the program director or DGS of the relevant program (see below). You must apply separately to enroll in a certificate program.

Current certificates:

• Archaia (Graduate Certificate in the Study of Ancient and Premodern Cultures and Societies)
• Environmental Humanities  
• Ethnicity, Race, and Migration
• Film and Media Studies
• Leadership and Research Management for Physician-Scientists
• African Studies
• European Studies
• Latin American and Iberian Studies
• Modern Middle East Studies
• Material Histories of the Human Record
• Medical Research Scholars Program
• Physical and Engineering Biology (PEB)
• Public Humanities
• Quantum Materials Science and Engineering
• Translation Studies
• Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies  

Certificates in Training

Certificates in training provide you with professional skills that will dovetail with your research interests. The Center for Language Study and the Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning offer certificates in training:

• Public Communication Certificate
• Certificate of College Teaching Preparation (CCTP)
• Certificate in Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

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PhD Certificates & Training Programs

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Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering

The PhD certificate program in Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering integrates engineering, life sciences, and medicine. The program emphasizes research, graduate education and interactions with industry. Learn more »

Nanoscience

Duke BME participates in the university-wide Graduate Certificate Program in Nanoscience for PhD and master's students—which provides an interdisciplinary education in the broad areas of nanoscience and nanomaterials. Learn more »

The Duke Photonics Certificate provides a venue for master's and PhD students to learn more about photonics as a path to interdisciplinary research and technology development. Students develop interdisciplinary and transferable sets of skills in course work and research. Learn more »

Training Programs

Ai for understanding and designing materials (aim).

AI for Understanding and Designing M aterials ( aiM ) is an NSF-funded graduate training program that provides students with integrated training for both materials and computer scientists to advance the frontiers of research and training at the intersection of data-driven artificial intelligence and materials science research. The proram is open to PhD students across the physical sciences, mathematics, computer science, materials science, and engineering. Learn more »

Through NIH-supported biotechnology pre-doctoral (PhD) training grant, the Duke Center for Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering (CBTE) supports stipend, tuition and fees for nine (9) pre-doctoral fellows, with The Graduate School at Duke contributing a tenth fellowship for a fellow who is not a United States citizen. Students are awarded fellowships in their first or second year of study, and are supported for two years. Learn more »

Traineeship for the Advancement of Surgical Technologies (TAST)

The NSF-funded Traineeship for the Advancement of Surgical Technologies (TAST) prepares graduate students to design advanced surgical technologies that benefit society through technical coursework, real-world surgical design challenges, professional development and study of legal, ethical, societal and economic considerations. TAST is a two-year program open to PhD and master’s students in the Pratt School of Engineering as well as the Department of Computer Science. Learn more » (scroll down to the "Research Traineeship Programs" header and open the "TAST" link)

Medical Scientist Training Program (MD/PhD)

Duke 's MD/PhD dual-degree program, the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP), prepares physician-scientists for high-level research careers in the biomedical sciences and academic medicine. It successfully integrates the clinical curriculum of Duke's School of Medicine with graduate education in engineering, or in a science basic to medicine. Learn more »

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Eligibility

Students engaged in an A&S doctoral program at Pitt can enroll in the Film and Media Studies Doctoral Certificate Program at any point in the course of their study by submitting a completed Graduate Certificate Application Form to [email protected] or 454 Cathedral of Learning. The doctoral certificate is awarded only after the completion of all degree requirements for the PhD in the student's home department, school, or program.

Course Work

Six Film and Media Studies courses (18 credits) including:

Core Course: Film History/Theory I or 2 (ENGFLM 2451/ENGFLM 2452)  

• Five Electives: including at least two areas of study (e.g., national cinema, theory/themes, genre, etc.); at least two courses must be outside the student's home department.  

Research Paper

The PhD Certificate requires a research paper be written in the field of Film and Media Studies (approx. 25–30 pp. in length) and evaluated by a Film and Media Studies faculty member who teaches one of the seminars that the student takes for his/her Certificate requirements.

The procedure for so doing is as follows: At the beginning of a Film and Media Studies course that counts for the Certificate the student will inform the faculty member teaching the course that he/she wishes for his/her seminar to count as well as the official Research Paper for the Certificate Program. The faculty member will then require of the student something more ambitious than the normal seminar paper (see Guidelines for Certificate Research Paper below) and meet with the student during the term to advise him/her. 

At the end of the course the student has two options: (1) submit the Certificate Research Paper for both the course and Certificate requirements or (2) submit a paper that satisfies the course requirements and continue to work on the expanded Certificate Research Paper over the following semester.  The paper should be turned in for the Certificate requirement no later than at the end of the semester following the course in which the paper was conceived.

Guidelines for Certificate Research Paper

The research paper that qualifies for the MA and/or PhD Certificates in Film and Media Studies should go beyond the average seminar paper for a course, though (as per above) it should begin as such a seminar paper in conjunction with a member of the Film and Media Studies faculty.  In essence, the research paper should aspire to be one publishable in an academic journal (though there is no requirement that it actually be published).

This paper might go beyond a standard seminar paper in any or several of the following ways: (1) have a demonstrated original point of view or approach to a given topic; (2) articulate a clear and demonstrated argument about a topic that clarifies important issues in media studies; (3) involve substantial research with primary sources; (4) forge new theoretical or historical terrain; (5) consider hitherto ignored media texts.  It will be up to the Film and Media Studies instructor/advisor to determine how the paper might meet some of the above standards.

Additional Conditions

Only two directed study courses (supervised by Film and Media Studies faculty) can be counted toward the doctoral certificate.

All courses must be passed with a B or higher.   

Students should notify the program director of their intention to file for graduation at the beginning of their final semester.

Advising/Oversight

The Film and Media Studies Director of Graduate Studies will advise students and keep records. A Graduate Steering Committee will address ongoing curricular and administrative issues and evaluate special students.

Biomedical Graduate Studies

Certificate options for phd students.

Students enrolled in BGS doctoral programs have the option of applying to any of a variety of certificate programs, either at the time of initial application to the PhD program or later. These programs provide a valuable opportunity to pursue specialized scientific and professional interests.

Several of the programs are closely affiliated with BGS, for example, they receive various forms of support from BGS and provide courses and other forms of programming commensurate with BGS standards and objectives. 

• Graduate Training in Medical Science (GTMS) Certificate
• Public Health Certificate
• Environmental Health Sciences
• Community-Engaged STEM

Other programs are not as closely linked to BGS but are of potential benefit nonetheless.

• Certificate in Biomedical Informatics
• Certificate in Language and Communication Sciences
• Certificate in Public Health and Cognitive Aging
• Certificate in Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience
• Certificate of Study in Law
• Certificate Program in Regulatory, Translational, or Entrepreneurial Science

Penn's Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Innovation offers the CETLI Teaching Certificate for students with a strong interest in teaching. The Penn Center for Innovation offers the PCI Fellows Program for students with an interest in technology transfer. These programs involve extensive hands-on experience, require a minimum commitment of one year, and provide additional funds.

Students interested in a certificate program should review Policies Governing Participation of BGS Students in Certificate Programs.

Authorization is required through the form Authorization to Participate in a Certificate Program.

Pursuing a Certificate

Certificates are the fastest-growing post-secondary credential in the United States because learning is a lifelong pursuit.

To stand out from the competition, you need to continue to update your skill set to land that next promotion or navigate a successful career change.

To support your aspirations, we offer several undergraduate certificates and 40+ graduate certificates in the most sought after professional fields:

• Management and Finance
• Information Technology
• Sustainability
• Life Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Global Studies
• Arts and Literature

Our certificates prepare you for long-term career success by offering you critical technical skills and the theoretical context behind those skills, providing both breadth and depth. This is a winning combination with nearly 90% of our certificate earners reporting that they are confident their certificate has prepared them for their next step!

You don’t have to wait to complete the certificate to gain immediate benefits. What you learn in class today, you’ll apply on the job tomorrow. Indeed, many certificate students report receiving a promotion or a new job while pursuing their certificate.

Who are certificate students?

• Most —78% — are working full time while pursuing a certificate.
• The average age of a certificate student is 36.
• Fifty-three percent of certificate students have a master’s, PhD, or other advanced degree.
• Most pursue a certificate for professional reasons, but many are exploring personal interests or preparing for further studies.

Read on to learn how to get started , track your progress , and successfully earn a certificate from Harvard Extension School.

Getting Started

No formal application is required to pursue a certificate, but you can track your progress each semester by using our online Certificate Course Tracker (see below). Once you’ve completed all required courses with satisfactory grades, you can request the certificate .

Follow these three steps to get started: 

• Find one of our  undergraduate  or graduate  certificates that interests you.
• Under Search Classes , scroll to Browse by Degree, Certificate, or Premedical Program .
• Select Undergraduate Certificates or select Graduate Certificates . 
• Choose the specific certificate to explore program courses.
• Register during one of our enrollment periods (fall, January, spring, or summer). When you register, be sure to select the appropriate credit status: undergraduate credit (UN) for our undergraduate certificates and graduate credit (GR) for graduate certificates.

NOTE : Graduate certificates are not available at the undergraduate level. You must take all your certificate courses for graduate credit to earn a graduate certificate.

Can I earn a certificate online? View More

Most of our certificates can be completed online. But a few certificates have more limited online options.

I’m an international student. Can I take courses on campus? View More

Most of our certificates can be earned completely online. However, if you would like to study on campus, you may request an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for full-time study in the summer at the Harvard Summer School.

See the  international student guidelines for Summer School  for more details.

Note:  I-20 Certificates of Eligibility for the F-1 student visa are not available for on-campus study during the fall and spring semesters, because of the part-time nature of the Harvard Extension School. If you obtain an I-20 from Harvard Summer School for an F-1 visa, it is not possible to continue studying on the F-1 at Harvard Extension School.

Grade Requirements

Students must earn a grade of B, B+, A-, or A in a certificate course in order to have it count toward the certificate. Courses in which a student has earned a grade of B- or below cannot be counted toward a certificate.

Repeat Courses

Repeat courses are identified by their subject and course number (for example, MGMT E-4000 Organizational Behavior and MGMT S-4000 Organizational Behavior are the same courses) and occasionally by a notation in the course description (for example, “Students may not take both ECON E-1600 and ECON S-1615 for degree or certificate credit”).

Because repeating course content has limited educational value, certificate credit is not awarded for the same Harvard course for which undergraduate or graduate credit has already been received.

Therefore, you must choose an alternative course to fulfill a certificate requirement if:

• you earned a grade below the minimum B required for your certificate,
• you completed a certificate course outside of your three-year certificate timeframe, or
• you completed a course at the undergraduate level with us here at Harvard, even if you earned a passing grade.

If you find yourself needing to fulfill a specific certificate requirement that has no alternative course options, please reach out to the Certificates Office to discuss your options: [email protected] or [email protected]. We will work with you to find an alternative course or, in rare cases, may make an exception to our repeat policy.

If you choose to repeat a course, it will appear on your official transcript, but will not count toward the certificate.

If you are earning your certificate as part of your degree studies, please also pay attention to the degree-specific repeat policies for the ALM or ALB degrees.

Three-Year Requirement

Students must complete courses within three years from the first day they start taking applicable courses towards their certificate. See chart below for specific start and completion semester information. 

Medical Leave of Absence View More

If you have documented health or medical issues that require a modification of, or reasonable accommodation to, our three-year completion requirement, then you should proactively work with the Accessibility Services Office (ASO) to request a medical leave.

The ASO will help make appropriate arrangements for the duration of the leave as well as plans to return and ensure compliance with all academic rules. The ASO will engage in an individualized and interactive assessment, which may require consultation with others at the University, as appropriate. With prior permission, the ASO may also require consultation with your health care providers.

You should contact the ASO as soon as a health or medical issues arises, as HES does not ordinarily alter academic policies after the fact.

Extensions to the three-year requirement are not ordinarily granted beyond one additional year, as successful completion of courses within a certain period is a fundamental academic requirement.

Returning from a Medical Leave of Absence

To return from a medical leave of absence, the ASO will require documentation that the circumstances that led to your leave have been satisfactorily addressed and you are ready to resume your studies.

The ASO will engage in an individualized and interactive assessment, which may require consultation with others at the University, as appropriate. With prior permission, the ASO may also require consultation with your health care providers.

The ASO will make the decision whether to allow you to return and determine the conditions for your return based on (1) the best available objective medical evidence and (2) consultation with others at the University, which may include the Harvard University Health Services, the Dean of Student Policy and Governance, or the Administrative Board, as appropriate.

Medical Leave Registration Policies

If you request a medical leave while currently registered for courses, the Accessibility Services Office will work with the Registrar’s Office to determine a fair and equitable resolution to your registration status, which may include a drop for a refund, if early in the term, or late withdrawal grade, if later in the term.

Tracking Your Certificate Progress

The Certificate Course Tracker and Request Form—available through  online services —will help you keep track of the courses you have taken that are eligible to count towards your certificate of interest.

Monitor your progress by logging in to  online services  and choosing the Certificate Course Tracker and Request Form. This form will confirm the courses that count toward the certificate, the courses for which you are currently registered, and the courses that you’ve completed.

Will all the courses listed be offered every year? View More

Certificate required courses are offered each year, but the elective offerings do change slightly because of new offerings and instructor availability.

Can I substitute a course that is not listed on the certificate course search? View More

No. Only those courses specifically listed in the certificate course search can be counted toward the certificate. We do not accept course substitutions or transfer credit.

Continuing on to Earn a Bachelor’s View More

Undergraduate certificates are stand-alone academic credentials that allow you to broaden your knowledge, update your professional profile, and explore new fields of interest. Earning a certificate can be a great first step to exploring a new field of study. Undergraduate certificates stack to our Bachelor of Liberal Arts (ALB) degree—that is, your certificate courses may also meet degree requirements.

If you think you want to pursue this path, make sure to do your research. You will need to plan ahead to ensure your certificate courses count toward your specific degree requirements. If you know you would like to pursue an ALB degree, we encourage you to apply to the degree program first and earn your certificate along the way.

It’s important to keep the following in mind:

• ALB degree students must hold a high school diploma or equivalent earned at least five years prior to enrolling in any ALB degree-applicable courses. If you do not meet this requirement,  your undergraduate certificate coursework will not stack toward our bachelor’s degree .
• Prospective ALB students may not be enrolled as an undergraduate, degree-seeking student at another institution at the time of admission or during your Extension School degree candidacy.
• Use both the certificate course search and degree course search to see which requirements your courses meet for each credential.
• If you already possess a bachelor’s degree, you are not able to pursue another at Harvard Extension School.

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Earning a certificate can also be a great first step to exploring a new field of study. Most of our certificates stack toward at least one Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) degree. The courses you take to earn a certificate may count toward a graduate degree.

If you think you want to pursue this path, make sure to do your research. You will need to plan ahead to ensure your certificate courses count toward your specific degree requirements.

If you know you would like to pursue a degree program, we encourage you to apply to the degree program first and earn your certificate along the way.

• ALM degree students must hold a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a degree conferral date that precedes enrollment in graduate-level courses taken at Harvard Extension School. If you do not meet this requirement,  your graduate certificate coursework will  not  stack toward one of our master’s degrees .
• Not every certificate course counts toward a degree. Use both the certificate course search and degree course search to see which requirements are met through your courses.
• We recommend you complete the degree pre-admission courses, if they are part of your certificate.
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Certificates offer concentrated academic pathways—3 to 5 courses to complete—for students looking to enhance a specific set of skills or fill a knowledge gap. Earning a certificate demonstrates to employers your proficiency in a topic, as well as your determination and discipline to succeed academically. You are awarded a certificate upon completion.

Our  ALB  and  graduate degrees  are a more comprehensive, long-term academic commitment. You must complete specific admissions requirements and application to pursue a degree.

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In contrast, certificates are awarded by educational institutions for completion of coursework in a certain body of knowledge. This award is usually listed on one’s resume as part of their education.

Earning Multiple Certificates

If you plan to pursue multiple certificates, keep in mind that your courses can only count toward one certificate. Each certificate is carefully designed to include a distinct set of courses to ensure its academic and professional value.

Financing Your Certificate

You may be eligible for  scholarship funds , including Lowell Scholarships for Boston-area middle and high school teachers, community scholarships, and private student loans. Federal or state aid is only available to students who have been admitted to a degree program.

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When you have questions about the process of earning your graduate certificate, know we are here. We offer weekly  Open Virtual Office Hours  where students can drop in and ask questions. Visit the site for dates and more information, or email us at  [email protected]  for graduate certificate questions or  [email protected]  for undergraduate certificate questions.

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We are here for you and your success. Certificate students have access to the  Career and Academic Resource Center (CARC) , where you can participate in online webinars on career planning and academic skills. CARC offers monthly call-in career counseling for all certificate students. You can also participate in our annual virtual Harvard Extension School Career Fair, held during the spring semester.

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As a certificate student, if you have complied with Harvard University’s COVID-19 immunization policy , you are eligible for a class participant library card that allows you on-campus access and borrowing privileges at Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) libraries during the terms in which you are registered. Class participant library cards provide privileges only at FAS libraries; they do not provide access to other Harvard University facilities or resources.

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Palliative Care, Certificate, Master's, Doctoral/PhD

Palliative care works to improve the quality of life of patients who are facing problems associated with life-threatening illness and their families through the prevention and relief of suffering by means of early identification and impeccable assessment and treatment of pain and other problems, physical, psychosocial and spiritual (World Health Organization). The online PhD, MS, and Graduate Certificates in Palliative Care have been designed to meet the educational needs of individuals who are currently working or who wish to work in hospice and palliative care and want to gain a deeper understanding of the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of patients and families affected by serious illness.

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Program Length

Certificate: 9-36 months MS: 6 semesters minimum  (up to 5 years allowed) PhD: 36 months (up to 9 years allowed)

Dates & Deadlines

MS/Certificate Spring Deadline:   December 15 MS/Certificate Summer Deadline:   May 1 MS/Certificate Fall Deadline:   July 15

PhD Fall Deadline: April 7

About the Program

Palliative Care Graduate Certificates

We offer several graduate 12-credit certificate programs, which also serve as concentrations within our MS program, including the following:

• Introductory Principles and Practice of Hospice and Palliative Care
• Clinical Aspects of Hospice and Palliative Care
• Leadership and Administration in Hospice and Palliative Care
• Psychosocial/Spiritual Aspects of Hospice and Palliative Care

Graduate certificates are an excellent opportunity for all interprofessional providers to add an extra layer of expertise to their current skillset.

Palliative Care Master's

The 30-credit Master of Science (MS) in Palliative Care meets the educational needs of individuals who are currently working or wish to work in hospice and palliative care and want to gain a deeper understanding of the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of patients and families affected by serious illness.   Learners are also able to earn two graduate certificates while completing the master's degree.

Graduates of this program are able to work in the specialty practice of palliative care or add this skillset to their primary area of expertise. This program is highly interprofessional, with learners from medicine, pharmacy, nursing, physician assistant, social work, chaplaincy, therapists, counselors, administrators, veterinarians, dentists, death doulas, child life specialists and more. Four elective pathways allow for personalization of the learning experience.

Palliative Care PhD

Launched in Fall 2021, the PhD in Palliative Care program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is the first Doctor of Philosophy in Palliative Care program in the United States.

The PhD in Palliative Care program is a   completely online program   that builds on the very popular online Master of Science and Graduate Certificates in Palliative Care at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). An interprofessional program designed for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, physician assistants, social workers, administrators, researchers, and others, the PhD in Palliative Care aims to develop outstanding researchers in palliative care, while concurrently honing skills in leadership, education, and engagement in the profession and the palliative care community.

The program requires the   completion of 36 academic credits   in addition to the 30 credits in the master's degree in palliative care, or builds on a student's existing master's or other graduate degree in a relevant field with substantial and current experience in palliative care.

Graduates will be well-equipped for positions in academia, leading tertiary care or palliative care centers, leading granting/funding institutions and foundations associated with palliative care, and working with accountable care organizations to identify patients who would benefit from palliative care.

Admissions Criteria and Application Process

Applicants to the PhD in Palliative Care program should possess:

• Master's degree in palliative care, or
• Master's degree or higher (e.g., MD, PharmD, APRN, PA, MSN, MSW, MBA, MPH, etc.)
• Experience in palliative care and current employment preferred but not mandatory.
• Three professional Letters of Recommendation.
• Transcripts from   ALL   degree granting institutions attended.
• CV and essay
• Other qualifications as determined by the admissions committee

In addition, all applicants must meet the   University's general admissions requirements and policies .

From Our Peers

"Best practice in caring for individuals with a serious illness is provided by an interdisciplinary team of skilled professionals. Effective teams not only practice together, but also train together. The University of Maryland Master of Science in Palliative Care is an excellent opportunity for all hospice and palliative care practitioners to learn together, honing their skills to care for this vulnerable patient population."

"With the unprecedented growth of hospice and palliative care, it is critically important that practitioners acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to embrace these roles. Formal, as well as informal training opportunities are necessary to meet the growing complex needs of patients living with serious illness."

"There is a large demand for palliative care clinicians, but an insufficient number of individuals with the training to meet this need. The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Master of Science program has been developed by a world class leader in the field and comes at the right time to fill this gap in patient care in the U.S."

Eduardo Bruera, MD, FAAHPM , Chair of the Department of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Program Contacts

Erika Pixley, MBA Associate Director of Admissions Office of Graduate Programs [email protected] 410-706-8056

Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD, PhD, BCPS Executive Director, Advanced Post-Graduate Education in Palliative Care [email protected] 410-706-3682

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In-depth exposure to computational methods of analyzing the performance of flight systems.

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Through hands-on experiences, you’ll explore the planning and design of major structures.

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Examine the challenges of meeting society’s need for clean and affordable energy.

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Explore how engineering interacts with culture, ethics and public policy.

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Materials Science & Engineering

From batteries to robotics, explore the impact of materials on technology, public policy and the economy.

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Tackle multidisciplinary robotics challenges in a range of professional settings.

For master’s and PhD students. Consume a topic through four courses and a project.

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Design aircraft, UAVs and turbines with reduced emissions and vibration and improved efficiency.

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Develop new materials with the properties needed to solve the biggest challenges.

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Translate biomedical data into actionable health insights.

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Investigate the interaction of proteins, cells and tissues with materials and drugs in natural biological processes, medical diagnosis and therapy.

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Understand of the process of innovation and develop solutions to the challenges most important to you.

Medical Device Design

Design devices that improve patient’s lives—prepare for a career in the medical device industry.

Medical Robotics

Design machines that enhance human surgical skill to improve the lives of patients.

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Gain an interdisciplinary education in nanoscience and nanomaterials.

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Discover new tools and approaches to diagnose, study, and treat disorders and diseases of the human nervous system.

Explore light-based technologies as pathways to interdisciplinary research and new device development.

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Gain career-ready knowledge without having to enroll in a full graduate degree program.

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11 weeks, in-person and online. CISOs and c-suite executives learn to navigate and thrive in increasingly complex systems security environments.

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5 routes to getting a Doctorate

While most of those studying for a PhD take the PhD by thesis pathway, there are five viable routes to achieving a Doctorate degree

PhD by thesis

This is the most common means of getting a Doctorate degree. Over the three or four years of research at university, your PhD supervisor will support you as you aim to produce a thesis based on your research proposal .

A thesis is typically 60,000-90,000 words in length - although this can vary between institutions. For instance, the University of Glasgow's College of Social Sciences expects a thesis to be 70,000-100,000 words including references, bibliography and appendices, while the University of Cambridge has set an upper limit of 80,000 words.

Once completed, you'll need to defend your PhD thesis in front of a panel of examiners during your viva voce .

PhD by publication

This route involves submitting previously published work - such as books, book chapters and journal articles, which together form a coherent body of work and show evidence of an original contribution to a particular field of study.

It's often taken by mid-career academics that haven't had the opportunity to undertake a standard Doctorate degree.

Generally, a minimum of five to eight published pieces are required, but this varies between institutions and depends on their length. The published work will be assessed to the same rigorous standards as a traditional PhD by thesis.

You must also provide a written supporting statement, which can range from 5,000 to 20,000 words, and present your work to an academic committee. A supervisor will assist you with selecting which publications to submit and with the supporting statement.

Some universities accept only their own graduates for a PhD by publication, while others restrict this route to their academic staff. In general, you should have graduated from your first degree at least seven years ago to be eligible.

For example, The University of Manchester has published its own Guidance for the PhD By Published Work , with eligibility only extending to current members of staff.

Professional Doctorate

Geared primarily towards current professionals in vocational sectors such as healthcare , teaching and education , and engineering and manufacturing , this type of Doctorate degree includes a significant taught component and a smaller research project.

Professional Doctorates are often taken on a part-time basis and can last between two and eight years. Like their standard PhD counterparts, they usually begin in October or January.

While you won't typically be looking to get an academic job , your research is expected to contribute to theory as well as professional practice. Projects often revolve around a real-life issue that affects your employer.

Several professional Doctorates, such as the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy), are accredited by a professional body - for instance, the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The British Psychological Society (BPS) - and may also lead to a professional qualification .

Common titles for graduates of professional Doctorate degrees include:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
• Doctor of Education (EdD)
• Doctor of Engineering (EngD)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD).

Unlike many professional Doctorates, the EngD is typically offered as a full-time course and is aimed at young engineering graduates with little or no professional experience.

Explore what's currently available at Find a Professional Doctorate .

Integrated PhD

This four-year qualification, also known as the New Route PhD, involves studying a one-year research Masters degree (MRes) before progressing onto a three-year PhD.

Offered by a select number of universities across the UK, integrated PhDs are supported by the government and the British Council through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) . Visit Research Council funding for further information on research and funding for different types of PhD.

The integrated PhD involves a combination of taught materials, practical experience and advanced research. This allows you to learn subject-specific methodologies, while building the transferable skills that will enable you to become a leader in your chosen profession.

Institutions can also develop personalised integrated PhD programmes to meet each student's needs. For example, universities may offer you the opportunity to gain a postgraduate certificate (PGCert) in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education - perfect if you're considering a career as a higher education lecturer .

As PhDs are based primarily on independent research rather than time spent in lectures and seminars, distance learning has always been a viable route for many Doctoral students.

PhDs by distance learning offered by course providers such as The Open University are therefore a good option to consider if you've got family or work commitments or are an international student - as this gives you the chance to undertake Doctoral research without having to live close to your chosen institution. It's also a suitable mode of study if your subject requires you to be based in a specific location away from the university.

For the most part, you'll be in touch with your supervisor by phone, email or Skype/Zoom. You'll need to bear in mind that even if you opt for this form of research, you'll generally still need to attend university for one or two weeks of each academic year for meetings and to receive research skills training. Your final examination may be undertaken either face-to-face or virtually.

With online PhDs, you can usually register as a full or part-time student. The level of fees you pay varies between institutions - some charge the same as for a standard PhD while others offer a reduced rate.

Check that any funding you plan to apply for is available to distance learning students, as this isn't always the case.

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From Genes to Cells to Diseases

We are presently in an omics revolution in which genomes and other omes can be readily characterized. Our laboratory develops and uses a variety of approaches to analyze genomes, other omes, and regulatory networks. We apply these approaches to understand human variation and health. Read more about our  research activities  or visit our  publications.

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We are currently recruiting participants for a variety of studies.

Click here to learn about the research our lab is engaged in, and find out if you are eligible to enroll in one or more studies.

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Earn a Certificate in Genetics & Genomics taught by Dr. Snyder. Choose a course to learn more:

• Foundations of Genetics and Genomics
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Department Courses

Artificial intelligence, genes & ethics.

Aging: Science and Technology for Longevity

We are excited to share recent student papers and presentations resulting from our groundbreaking & innovative courses covering: Artificial Intelligence, Genes & Ethics; Aging: Science and Technology for Longevity ; Healthcare Venture Capital ; Longevity Venture Capitol; and How We Age.

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HIIT vs. Endurance Training Study:

12-week training intervention research

Wearables Research Study :

With limited test kits and slow results turnaround, we are trying to find out if information from wearable devices can help detect Infectious Disease or COVID-19 before symptoms emerge.

Human Genetic Variation:

Researching the role of genetic variation between human sperm and somatic (body) cells where the basis is currently unknown.

Fiber, Microbiome & Health:

Researching the Longitudinal Systemic Effects of Dietary Fiber Supplementation.

Crohn's Exposome: Exposures Matter :

Investigating the role of human exposome in Crohn’s disease using wearable sensors and multiomics profiling.

A multiphase study that aims to advance the understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms, comorbidities, and the biology of ASD.

Crash Course:

A study recruiting ME/CFS, Chronic Lyme, and Long COVID patients to better understand symptom flares and 'crashes'.

Highlighted Research

Antarctica :

Researching at the ends of the earth, we examine human health in earth’s most extreme environments.

Pac-12 Student Athletes Against COVID-19:

Researching COVID-19 disease prediction with Pac-12 student athletes and Fitbit wearable devices.

NASA’s trailblazing Twins Study :

Investigating physiological, molecular and cognitive changes that could happen to a human from exposure to spaceflight .

Stanford Deep Data Research Center

The Stanford Deep Data Research Center has launched

Systematic and intelligent solutions for large-scale biomedical applications

The Deep Data Research Computing Center (DDRCC) at Stanford University, one of the many initiatives originating out of Stanford Synder Labs . Its goal is to create tools that bridge the gap between biology and computer science, and help researchers in precision medicine deliver tangible medical solutions. Highlighted Case Study in Amazon News

To facilitate precision medicine research, DDRCC created the My Personal Health Dashboard (MyPHD), a secure, scalable, and interoperable health management system for consumers.

My Personal Health Dashboard (MyPHD) is a Mobile Phone Application

Many of Snyder Lab research studies use MyPHD which is now compatible with a variety of smartwatch devices in the market including Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Oura, Motiv, and SensOmics..

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News From The Blog

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Learn about research highlights, lab events and recent innovations

• Michael Snyder, PhD, President Biden and Rob Moritz, PhD, supporting healthcare, science and genetic research at the highest level.
• Snyder Lab's Ariel Ganz, PhD and Michael P. Snyder, PhD present our first Mental Healthcare Innovations Award to Selena Gomez.
• Featured on September 2022 cover of Cell Systems: Multiomic analysis reveals cell-type-specific molecular determinants of COVID-19 severity
• Superpowers for Founders: Three Part Series with Stanford Pipeline and Kimberly Sauceda
• Performance effectiveness of vital parameter combinations for early warning of sepsis—an exhaustive study using machine learning
• Dr Snyder Attends the Inauguration of Amrita Hospital by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi
• Behind the Research: Precision environmental health monitoring by longitudinal exposome and multi-omics profiling
• Published:  A cancer-associated RNA polymerase III identity drives robust transcription and expression of snaR-A noncoding RNA
• Self-Tracking Your Health Data
• Longitudinal data study shows gut microbiome diversity changes at the subspecies level during antibiotic treatment
• How does does fiber influence health and the microbiome?
• Exposome study aims to find whether biological or chemical exposures contribute to the course of Crohn’s disease
• Insights in the future of cloud computing and its impact on healthcare applications

Updates From The Lab

April 2024 : Snyder Lab's research featured on the cover of Cell Host & Microbe. 

'Longitudinal profiling of the microbiome at four body sites reveals core stability and individualized dynamics during health and disease'. 

March 2024: Parts of our microbiomes that are unique to us are the most stable.   Longitudinal Study Published in Cell Host & Microbe 

Jan 2024:  

Snyder Lab launches new research study exploring potential health benefits resulting from plant compounds.   Learn More >

Nov 29-30, 2023 Mental Healthcare Innovation Summit

First Spatial Maps at the Single-Cell Level

Dr. Snyder works with collaborators to "uncover how cellular interactions reveal new ways cells can communicate with each other".

October 2023: Stanford Scientists Uncover New Indicators of Health, Disease, and Aging

Updates from the National Advisory Environmental Health Sciences Council meeting.

Michael snyder, ph.d., demonstrates environmental sampling features of his exposometer device invention as niehs seeks to better understand how environments affect human health. learn about related research..

September 2023: The human lipidome reveals new indicators of health, disease and aging.

17 Scientific Papers Published in this package.

The first coordinated set of papers to chart out a set of high-resolution, single-cell maps of human organs.

July 19, 2023 - Published in Nature by HuBMAP

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May 2023 - The Human Immunome Project: Dr. Snyder Speak on transforming healthcare with deep data and remote monitoring. Watch the video >

January 27, 2023 - Dr. Snyder speaks this week at the 2023 International Precision Medicine World Conference

Highlighted in usa today: we can now measure thousands of protein, fat and metabolic molecules from a single drop of blood..

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January 11, 2023 - Featured in Futurity:

Biomarkers Can Point To Right Diet For Weight Loss

Our Initial Antarctic Expedition Research Data has arrived.

Mental Healthcare Innovation Summit October 2022

Surgeon General of California, Diana Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, FACOG and Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo met with Michael Snyder, PhD along with Advocate & Musician Selena Gomez and other leaders to raise global awareness.         Learn more >

This Fall > Artifical Intelligence, Ethics & Genes

August/September 2022 > Cover of Cell Systems Journal: Multiomic analysis reveals cell-type-specific molecular determinants of COVID-19 severity

Michael Snyder, PhD, President Biden and Rob Moritz, PhD, working together to support healthcare, science and genetic research at the highest level.

July 2022 > Cover of Genome Research Journal: Precision environmental health monitoring by longitudinal exposome and multi-omics profiling

CBS News Interviews Michael Snyder About Self-Tracking Your Health Data

Correspondent David Pogue talks to Michale Snyder, PhD. about our wearables research study.

Our Summer Explorer's Workshop was a big success

Learn more and check back for next Summer's schedule

Body Count:

How Michael Snyder’s self-monitoring project could transform human health

"Snyder lab has discerned the earliest evidence of numerous ailments."   Read The Article >

WebMD Interviews Michael Snyder, PhD About Wearables and Catching Disease Early

More than half the planet has a health monitor at their fingertips, says geneticist Michael Snyder, PhD. He’s excited about the future of wearables and catching disease before symptoms begin.

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Initial data results from the epic Antarctica expedition.

Genomics and Personalized Medicine: What Everyone Needs to Know

This entry in the  What Everyone Needs to Know  series offers an authoritative resource on the prospects and realities of genomics and personalized medicine. As this science continues to alter traditional medical paradigms, consumers are faced with additional options and more complicated decisions regarding their health care. This book provides the essential information everyone needs.

Read more at  https://www.amazon.com/Genomics-Personalized-Medicine-Everyone-Needs-ebook/dp/B01B1EYBAI/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=michael+snyder&qid=1588615887&sr=8-6

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Moody College of Communication

Graduate certificate in communication and leadership, communication and leadership graduate certificate.

Effective communication skills are critical to articulate a clear vision, align teams and motivate people to take action. Moody College of Communication's Graduate Certificate in Communication and Leadership is designed for people looking to elevate their leadership capabilities through a comprehensive exploration of strategic communication principles, interpersonal and mass communication structures, and how to lead in a digital world. 

5 Courses Earn Certificate

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Build the skills you need to become a strong leader.

• The Graduate Certificate in Communication and Leadership is a stackable graduate certificate providing transcripted academic credit and designed to help students build in-demand skills and succeed in a world where the demands on leaders and organizations to be strong communicators have never been greater. 
• Open to students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in any field, this stackable graduate certificate, completed in just one year, offers students a curriculum designed to prepare them for an ever-changing communication landscape. Taught by renowned faculty from the top-ranked Moody College of Communication, students will be enriched, challenged, and inspired.

Key Skills and Competencies You Will Learn

• Expertise in the application of communication concepts to achieve leadership goals. 
• In-depth understanding of different communication channels, including mass, face-to-face and technologically-mediated communication. 
• Effective management of conflict and crises. 
• Use of persuasive communication with broad and diverse audiences. 
• Implementing and managing change through skillful communication. 

How it Works

• Take five total courses in communication and leadership in a one-year period
• Engage with peers in your cohort for team collaboration and networking
• Interact face-to-face with award-winning faculty

Course offerings

• Managing Change through Communication 
• Communication and Leadership 
• Crisis Communication 
•  Conflict and Negotiation 
• Leadership in a Social World 

You can view and download the complete 24-25 student handbook at this link .

You can read answers to frequently asked questions at this link.  

Stackable certificate can apply toward an Option III Master’s degree

Stack graduate certificates to earn a Master's Degree. Students who successfully complete the Sports Communication, Strategic Communication or Communication and Leadership graduate certificates can apply those credits to the Option III Strategic Communication master’s degree if accepted into the program.

How to Apply

You must apply using the state application system ApplyTexas ( goapplytexas.org ). To apply for the Communication and Leadership Graduate Certificate, select the choice “Comm. Studies: Communication & Leadership (nondegree;Cert.)." After completing the data entry sections and paying the application fee, applicants must upload supporting documents on their  MyStatus  page. 

All applicants must meet the University of Texas at Austin Graduate School admission requirements . Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or be on track to graduate before enrolling in the certificate.

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale, though conditional admission may be possible for GPAs under 3.0 in extenuating circumstances
• For international applicants only, TOEFL score of at least 79 or IELTS score of at least 6.5
• Please note, the Communication Studies Stackable Graduate Certificate programs do not meet the U.S. government requirements for students to be eligible for an F-1 or J-1 student visa. However, international applicants on an eligible non-student VISA are welcome to apply.

Applications are accepted through the GoApplyTexas website. After completing the data entry sections and paying the application fee, applicants must upload supporting documents on their MyStatus page. 

Additional documents required:

• One letter of recommendation
• A statement of purpose (maximum of 1000 words) expressing your interest in the program, your goals and what you hope to gain from and contribute to the program
• Transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended
• Official TOEFL or IELTS scores taken within the past two years (for International Applicants only)

All required documents must be submitted electronically to the  MyStatus Check . This page will become available to you approximately two days after you complete your online application at Go ApplyTexas .

• The Admissions Committee for the Communication and Leadership stackable graduate certificate will review complete applications after the deadline. All additional documents must have been uploaded in order for the committee to consider the application. Partial applications will not be reviewed.
• Admitted applicants will be notified by email from the Department of Communication Studies. They will also receive official e-letters from the Graduate and International Admissions Center with instructions on how to check your application Status Check page for your admission decision from the Office of Graduate Studies.
• Both the Department of Communication Studies and the Office of Graduate Studies must accept applicants before they can enroll.

Program Costs and Financial Aid

Students in the program pay a flat program fee of $22,500 for the entire certificate.

For students starting the program in August 2024 or January 2025:

Three courses   $13,500 Two courses      $  9,000

Total:                 $ 22,500

A non-refundable $1,000 deposit is required when applicants accept an offer of admission. This amount is credited toward your first semester’s program costs. Each semester's tuition and fees are due approximately 4-6 weeks before the semester starts. Students will receive an exact due date when they are billed. After that date, a $100 late fee will be charged each week for non-payment.

Non-degree-seeking students in an Option III program are not eligible for federal financial aid. They may be eligible for some private sector loans. Questions about financial aid should be directed to Texas One Stop.

This program is not eligible for the Hazlewood Act tuition exemption. Questions about veteran's benefits should be directed to UT's Veteran and Military Affiliated Services.  

Application Deadlines

International application due (for fall 2024 admission), domestic application due (for fall 2024 admission), international application due (for spring 2025 admission), domestic application due (for spring 2025 admission).

Option III Program Coordinator Christie Hodge [email protected]

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Elevate your economic expertise with a Graduate Certificate in Foundations of Economic Analysis from UNC Greensboro’s Bryan School of Business and Economics. This intensive 12-credit-hour program is offered online part-time, allowing students to seamlessly integrate learning into their busy schedules. Through a focus on developing students’ analytical thinking, this graduate certificate aims to develop deeply inquisitive thinkers who can use a variety of tools to unravel complex real-world problems . Gain a profound understanding of fundamental applied economic concepts and their real-world applications, empowering you to make informed decisions in a variety of professional contexts and propel your career trajectory. This certificate program not only provides immediate value to your career but also serves as a stepping stone toward further academic pursuits — completing the program would help prospective PhD in Economics students satisfy most application requirements.

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Certificate curriculum.

All coursework is transferable to the  MA in Applied Economics and PhD in Economics programs. 

Required Curriculum

This certificate requires 12 credit hours of course credit and can be completed online in as little as one year. All courses are 4 credit hours each. 

• ECO 641 – Microeconomics I 
• ECO 643 – Econometric Methods 
• ECO 646 – Macroeconomics  

Capstone Experience Requirement

Complete an e-Portfolio of significant assignments and final projects  

e-Portfolio As a requirement for graduation, each student must successfully complete an e-Portfolio of significant assignments and final projects. The e-Portfolio demonstrates a student’s cumulative program knowledge and fulfills the capstone requirement of the program. Students must receive approval of their e-Portfolio from the Director of Graduate Studies in order to meet the graduation requirement.  

The Graduate Certificate in Foundations of Economic Analysis program welcomes a variety of applicants, whether they come to us with years of professional experience or have just recently earned an undergraduate degree — business or otherwise. 

Admissions Requirements

• For U.S. degrees, one official transcript from all previous academic institutions. 
• For international degrees, a course-by-course evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES®) service, showing proof of U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalency, credit hours and GPA. 
• Statement of purpose 
• Online application and $65 fee 
• Evidence of English language proficiency (for non-native English speakers)  

Need some help? Download the Bryan School Application Guide.

International students should reference the Graduate School’s Application Guide for transcript and language proficiency details.

Estimated Program Costs

These estimated program costs include tuition and fees based on the 2023-2024 Graduate Tuition and Fee Schedule and do not include the cost of housing, textbooks, or student health insurance. Visit csh.uncg.edu for more detailed information. Tuition and fees vary depending on the program track pursued and the number of credit hours taken each semester.

The Outside-of-NC rate applies to students located outside of the state taking online classes. The Out-of-State rate applies to students taking classes while located within the state, but are not residents of NC (determined by the Residency Determination Service )

Meet Our Graduate Ambassadors

Graduate Student Ambassadors participate weekly in Bryan School graduate connection events and serve to represent the School’s six master’s programs.

Military-Affiliated Students

UNCG has been named both Best for Vets and a Military Friendly School . We’re a Yellow Ribbon Program participant, and are proud to offer a variety of benefits for veterans, active-duty military, and military-affiliated students, such as:

• Online application fee waiver for active-duty service members
• In-state tuition for out-of-state students (in accordance with the Veterans Choice Act)
• Credit for relevant military service/training
• Tutoring assistance

For more information on UNCG Military-Affiliated services and benefits, visit military.uncg.edu .

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If you still have questions regarding one of our graduate certificate programs please reach out to our graduate recruitment team by phone or email. You may also schedule a time to meet with one of our recruiters or attend one of our upcoming information sessions.

Jennifer Kiger Chapman

Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment Phone: 336-334-4657 Bryan 301K [email protected]

Savannah Martin

Graduate Recruitment Specialist Phone: 336-334-4657 Bryan 301F [email protected]

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Rolling admission, this application can be submitted for any entry term one week prior to the start of the semester session. See Registrar's academic calendar for semester start dates.

  Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required; please submit within the online application system.

  Graduate test

This program does not require a graduate test.

Note: International applicants may have to provide evidence of English language proficiency. More information can be found within the online application.

  Recommendations

This program does not require any supplemental recommendations.

  Written statement

Please provide a statement which covers the following information and attach it to the online application:

Identify your goals, both personal and professional, for seeking admission to this graduate specialty certificate program. What do you hope to learn and how do you expect to utilize what you learn in the future? 

  Previous written work

This program does not require any previous written work be submitted.

  Other program materials

This program requires applicants to upload a copy of their teaching certificate.

  Transcript requirement

An official transcript from the institution from which you received your bachelor degree is required, as well as a transcript from the institution(s) where any additional graduate level courses or degrees have been taken/completed. Applicants are not required to submit an official transcript of courses taken/completed at WMU.

  Additional information

If you have any questions, please review the website below for program and contact information.

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