Master of Science in Media Medicine and Health

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public health, medicine, journalism, communications, biomedical sciences, or social sciences
• Strong interest in healthcare communication, media, and public health messaging
• Statement of Purpose
• Letters of recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or professional resume
• English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) if applicable
• Official academic transcripts
• Online application submission through the Harvard Medical School admissions portal

The Master of Science in Media, Medicine, and Health at Harvard Medical School explores how media influences healthcare communication, public understanding of medicine, and health policy. The program is designed for professionals interested in communicating complex medical and scientific information to diverse audiences through journalism, digital media, and public engagement. Students examine the role of media in shaping public perceptions of health, disease, medical research, and healthcare systems. The curriculum combines coursework in health communication, public health messaging, digital media strategy, and the ethics of reporting medical information. Students also engage with case studies involving global health communication, misinformation, and the role of media in health crises. Harvard’s interdisciplinary academic environment allows students to collaborate with experts from medicine, journalism, and public health. Graduates of the program pursue careers in health journalism, medical communication, healthcare policy, public health advocacy, and science communication.