Nanotechnology and nanomedicine

Part-time postgraduate courses and training

The nanotechnology and nanomedicine programme at Oxford University offers a part-time postgraduate certificate and advanced master's degree, the modules of which can be taken as stand-alone training courses. This programme is designed for professionals working in industry, research, healthcare, business, commercialisation and regulation. 

The flexible structure of the programmes allows students to study while working without compromising on the learning experience.

Why choose Oxford?

  • Gain a cutting-edge perspective of nanotechnology for medicine and health care. Experience conversations happening across academic and industry sectors with researchers who are driving the nanomedicine revolution forward.
  • Build your network for personal and professional development. Exchange ideas with experienced professionals working across a wide range of interdisciplinary subjects. Explore solutions to scientific and business challenges with fellow students, our skilled faculty and industry experts. 
  • Lead and navigate the translation of technology. Address the challenges of taking technologies from concept to clinical and commercial translation and real patient benefit. 
  • Learn how to make credible and impactful decisions through highly interactive class discussions, site visits in Oxford, peer review, insights from industry speakers, and group tasks. 

Delivered in partnership with the Department of Engineering Science.

Our courses

Postgraduate Certificate in Nanotechnology

Postgraduate Certificate in Nanotechnology

A part-time course studied mostly online aimed at professionals who wish to learn more about the foundations of nanoscience and nanotechnology, technological advances and the applications enabled by nanotechnology.

MSc in Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care

MSc in Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care

The MSc in Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care is an advanced modular master’s course, delivered by leading scientists and experts in this rapidly developing field.


Upcoming courses

Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 13 Jan 2025 – 23 Mar 2025
  • 10 meetings
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 24 Mar 2025 – 28 Mar 2025
Short intensive • Professional development
  • Mon 28 Apr 2025 – 06 Jul 2025
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 07 Jul 2025 – 11 Jul 2025
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 01 Jul 2024 – 05 Jul 2024