Program Summary
Duration
2 Years
Application Deadline
July 27, 2025
Study Type
Full Time - On Campus
Annual Tuition Fee
AED 117,300*
About the Program
The program will provide students with cutting edge knowledge and practical skills in the field biomedical sciences, with particular focus on advanced genomics, OMICs, genome editing, and cell biology. Specific emphasis will be given on the application of innovative technologies, such as applied bioinformatics, deep learning for genomics, and CRISPR, in the development of novel methods for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The program focuses on building extensive research skills and laboratory experience that will support graduates in pursuing further postgraduate study, such as a PhD, and a career in academia.
Timeline
| 2024-25 Admission Timeline | |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 | Applications Open |
| July 27, 2025 | Applications Close |
| July 27, 2025 | English Submission Deadline |
| – | Interviews |
| 3 weeks after interview | Admission Offers |
Early submissions will receive priority in the review and interview process.
University Students & Graduates
| Degree | Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any biological sciences discipline (e.g. biology, biochemistry, microbiology) with a minimum cGPA of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent.
Applicants with cGPA between 2.5 – 2.99 or equivalent may be considered for conditional admission.* |
Note:
- Applicants with university degree obtained outside the UAE, are required to submit an Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) – General with Grade Average for US institutions evaluation when applying to evaluate the transcripts and have a standard GPA (http://www.ece.org)
- *If accepted, student must take a maximum of nine credit hours of courses during the period of conditional admission and must achieve a minimum cGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in these nine credits of courses studied or be subject to dismissal.
IELTS Academic
- Minimum of band 6 with no skill less than 5.5
- ‘IELTS Indicator’ will not be considered for admission purposes
- A single certificate to be submitted, combined scores are not accepted
- Must have been taken within the last two years
- IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted
TOEFL
- iBT 80; CBT 213
- PBT is not accepted
- Must have been taken within the last two years
- ‘My Best Scores’ will not be considered for admission purposes
Note: English proficiency is an admission criteria and all applicants, regardless of the medium of study or nativity, are required to submit either the IELTS/TOEFL.
Required Documents
We exclusively accept applications through our online application form on the website. All fields must be carefully filled as per the instructions on the application. Inaccuracies may lead to disqualifying your application.
Applicants are advised to:
- Read the entire application form before filling in any details.
- Some fields have specific instructions, please follow them carefully.
- Have the following documents scanned and ready to upload in colored PDF format:
- Recent photo (high resolution with white background)
- Valid passport copy
- Emirates ID Card – front (if applicable)
- Emirates ID Card – back (if applicable)
- Family Book (UAE Nationals only) / Mother’s Family Book (UAE mother nationals only)
- Residency Permit (if applicable)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Official undergraduate Degree Certificate
- Official undergraduate Academic Transcript(s)
- Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)* – General with Grade Average (if applicable)
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- Results of English Proficiency Test (e.g., IELTS – Academic or TOEFL)
* For applicants with a degree awarded outside the UAE, Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) – General with Grade Average evaluation in U.S. institutions is required to evaluate the transcripts and have a standard GPA (http://www.ece.org).
You will receive an application number when you create a login account. Please save your application number and use it in all communication with the admissions team. It is the formal unique identifier of your application to MBRU. Shortlisted applicants will receive an email communication for the next stage of admission process.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a personal interview.
Tuition Fees
| Application fee | AED 1,000 AED + AED 50 (5% VAT) due at the time of application (Non-refundable) |
| Seat reservation fee | AED 10,000 (Non-refundable)* |
| Total tuition fee | AED 117,300. Payable by the beginning of the academic year. 50% scholarship available. |
| Scholarships & discounts | Click here to view options |
*Please note that the seat-reservation fee is due upon accepting your conditional offer and is non-refundable. For students who enroll in classes, the seat-reservation fee will be deducted from their 1st semester installment.
Refund Policy & Special Circumstances
Document Attestation
All applicants for admission are required to obtain equivalency/recognition of their educational degree from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation process depends upon whether you completed your degree within or outside UAE.
Requirements for Equivalency/Recognition of certificate obtained outside UAE can be found on Ministry of Education website.
Transfer Admission Policy
- MBRU’s Master’s in Biomedical Sciences program does not accept transfer of admissions, transfer credit, nor recognition of prior learning, due to the uniqueness and integrated nature of the curriculum offered.
Academic Calendar
Frequently Asked Questions
Why study Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences at MBRU?
At the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) we aspire to become a leading research-focused medical academic institution and to create an innovative and enriching research environment that will support the advancement of healthcare in the UAE and globally. Students will benefit from the wealth of research expertise of MBRU’s international faculty and carry out research focusing on addressing national health challenges in areas of high disease burden for the UAE and globally. Research projects are currently underway at MBRU in the areas of:
i) Cardiometabolic diseases (including Diabetes Mellitus)
ii) Cancer
iii) Mental Health and Wellbeing
iv) Neurodevelopmental disorders
v) Respiratory and infectious diseases.
Graduates of our master program will be able to acquire research skills that are attractive to employers in universities and industries and will have better opportunities to secure PhD positions.
How can I apply to the master program?
Application to the Master programs can only be submitted through our online application portal. Application to the program will open on October 15, 2023 and will close on April 8, 2024. Late applications received after the deadline may be considered.
For your application to be complete, you will need to submit the online application, upload all supporting documents, and pay the non-refundable application fee of AED. 1,050 – including VAT.
How can I get feedback on the status of my application?
You can view the current status of your application by logging into your account. Alternatively, if you have any further questions, you can contact the admission team by emailing biomedical.application@mbru.ac.ae
