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Science Offerings

Harvard Extension School provides many avenues for pursuing studies in the natural sciences, whether your interest lies in biology, physics, chemistry, biotechnology, healthcare, or the environment.

Through our courses and programs, you can learn from industry experts and Harvard University scientists, researchers, and medical school faculty. You will have access to state-of-the-art labs and cutting-edge research projects.

What we offer

Courses

You can choose from a number of courses available in the life sciences, chemistry, environmental studies, physics, and medical sciences.

Sample of science courses

The following courses are a selection of the many sciences courses we offer:

  • BIOS E-1a Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology (Fall)
  • BIOS E-14 Principles of Genetics (Spring)
  • BIOS E-30 Epigenetics (Fall)
  • BIOS E-65c Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Fall)
  • BIOS E-102 Newsworthy Topics in Contemporary Life Sciences (Spring)
  • CHEM E-2a Organic Chemistry I (Fall)

View the full range of biological sciences courses and chemistry courses.

Degrees

The Extension School also offers degree programs that can help you gain a better understanding of the sciences, change your career, or explore a new industry.

Health Careers Program

The Health Careers Program provides an opportunity to complete the 1 year of introductory science courses required for application to medical, dental, and veterinary school. Advanced elective courses are also available if you already have a science background but wish to enhance your credentials.

Professional certificates

If you already have a degree but are interested in pursuing concentrated study, you can earn a certificate for completion of 5 courses in select areas, such as sustainability or nanotechnology. See Professional Certificates.