Master of Science in Molecular Life 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 credit
- BIOL 696 Graduate Seminar II - Thesis Research1 credit
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
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
30 credits · full-time only (about 1.5 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 150,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission. Master's awards may cover tuition in full or in part and carry no stipend; PhD awards are competitive and merit-based, and may carry a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend whose amount Khalifa University does not publish.