The common supply-chain bottleneck in all emerging technologies are new materials for devices such as sensors, catalysts, electronics, batteries, cyber-physical interfaces, health and climate/environment monitoring. Recent Federal and State initiatives to boost US self-reliance in these technologies are driving new investment and job growth in every state across the nation, including Maine. An essential requirement […]
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Biomedical Science Biomedical science combines the fields of biology and medicine to focus on the health of both animals and humans, delving into fields such as cell and molecular biology, neuroscience, and toxicology, with classroom and hands-on experience through laboratory work and research. PH.D. IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE The Ph.D. in Biomedical Science is offered through […]
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The graduate concentration in Materials Science and Engineering has an associated interdisciplinary faculty group comprising faculty and researchers from multiple research centers and institutes as well as three academic colleges. This interdisciplinary offering provides IPh.D. students an opportunity to develop high-demand skills related to the design, fabrication, and utilization of materials across a variety of […]
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Graduate non-degree students are those who are interested in enrolling in 500-level or above coursework (not related to a degree program), whose previous background or work does not immediately qualify them for admission to the Graduate School, or for individuals looking to utilize employer benefits for continuing education. The abbreviated application process only requires proof […]
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PLEASE NOTE: ADMISSION TO THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. From its inception in 1979, the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) program offers:
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From its inception in 1979, the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) program offers: Guidance in focusing your exploration of knowledge The opportunity to integrate work from several disciplines into a program that is academically and personally meaningful The solid achievement of a Master of Arts degree The possibility of pursuing these studies as either a part-time or full-time student The […]
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The Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program allows qualified individuals to pursue doctoral study in areas that the University offers no formal degree program but has significant resources and expertise. Students pursue the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. under the direction of a five-member academic advisory committee: Four committee members are graduate faculty of the University of Maine, two of whom must hold […]
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The graduate certificate in Interdisciplinary Climate Studies is designed to provide interdisciplinary climate expertise to people from various disciplines. The educational objectives of this graduate certificate are for students to: Gain an understanding of the Earth’s physical and chemical climate system Gain an understanding of the relationships among climate, ecosystems, and humans Develop basic proficiency […]
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The graduate certificate in Interdisciplinary Disability Studies provides a valuable credential for those currently working in direct services (i.e., rehabilitation, nursing, social work or education); the creation of accessible environments and products (web designer, landscape architect, or engineer); or those interested in or involved with disability and human rights policy. The certificate program is a […]
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The Graduate School of Biomedical Science & Engineering (GSBSE) offers a doctoral degree in Biomedical Engineering. The GSBSE contributes to learning and discovery on the “emerging frontier” of the biological, physical, clinical, and behavioral sciences, preparing new faculty, training scientists and engineers, and furthering Maine’s biotechnology and biomedical infrastructure. The Graduate School of Biomedical Science […]
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