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Khalifa University/Programmes/Master of Science in Molecular Life Sciences

Master of Science in Molecular Life Sciences

MScPostgraduateHealth Sciences

About This Programme

A 30-credit, full-time research master's in advanced cell and molecular biology, experimental techniques and applied multi-omics, for life-sciences and medicine R&D.

Course Highlights

  • Full-time only, with strong laboratory and research emphasis
  • Core in advanced cell and molecular biology, experimental techniques, and research methods
  • Electives in protein biochemistry, cancer biology, applied biotechnology, virology, and molecular endocrinology
  • 9-credit thesis research culminating in a defended thesis

What You'll Study

On-campus, full-time-only study combining 21 credits of taught and laboratory courses with 9 credits of supervised thesis research.

Core Courses

  • BIOL 601 Research Methods in Biosciences3 credits
  • BIOL 602 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology3 credits
  • BIOL 603 Experimental Techniques in Molecular Life Sciences4 credits
  • BIOL 695 Graduate Seminar I - Thesis Research1 credits
  • BIOL 696 Graduate Seminar II - Thesis Research1 credits

Electives (minimum 9 credits)

  • BIOL 610 Protein Biochemistry3 credits
  • BIOL 620 Cell Signaling and Cancer Biology3 credits
  • BIOL 630 Applied Biotechnology3 credits
  • BIOL 640 Advanced Virology3 credits
  • BIOL 650 Molecular Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases3 credits
  • BMED 612 Molecular Genetics and Genome Technologies3 credits
  • BMED 640 Biomaterials for Drug Delivery3 credits

Thesis

  • BIOL 699 Thesis Research9 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a CGPA of at least 3.00/4.00, two reference letters, a statement of purpose (500-1,000 words) and an admission interview.
English: TOEFL iBT 91 or IELTS Academic 6.5.

Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).

Careers

Equips graduates for careers in biomedical and life-sciences research, biotechnology, and pharma, or for further study in medicine or a life-sciences PhD.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

CAA (MoE)

Programme Details

Award

Master of Science in Molecular Life Sciences

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)

Typical Offer

Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, biomedical or health sciences, or a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, plus English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 91).

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Health Sciences

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Master of Science

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 75,000/yr

Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Master's students access tiered tuition scholarships; PhD researchers are fully funded with a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend.

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AugJan

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