About the course

The 30 credit, non-thesis M.S. in Nanoscience follows the Professional Science Master’s degree model, featuring coursework in Nanoscience 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 non-thesis in M.S. in Nanoscience also has a concentration in Instrumentation. The M.S. 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.

　　The on-campus M.S. in Nanoscience Thesis Option is a 30-credit program that includes the completion of a 6-credit thesis. Students are expected to start their research projects during their first year in the program. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Greensboro
Fall (August), 2024	Greensboro
Spring (January), 2025	Greensboro
Fall (August), 2025	Greensboro

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of North Carolina at Greensboro

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

　　The Graduate School requires a course-by-course evaluation report showing completion of a bachelors and a graduate degree if required by the program that is equivalent to a US degree from an international college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or Commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned.

　　Students enter Graduate School with no academic standing and are expected to earn at least a GPA of 3.0 in their first semester to be placed in Academic Good Standing Continuing students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in all graduate course work at UNCG to remain in Academic Good Standing.

　　Academic Transcripts - For US transcripts please follow the normal protocol from your institution when ordering official transcripts For Undergraduate Admissions the International Recruitment and Admissions Office accepts stamped copies of high school transcripts from US community colleges.

　　IBT TOEFL 79 TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition score report also accepted same score and paper based - 550.

　　IELTS 6.5 IELTS Indicator also accepted same band score.

　　Duolingo English Test DET - 110.

　　ELS - 112 score report.

　　Kaplan International Higher Intermediate Level.

　　ELPs must not be more than 2 years old from the date of application submission.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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