Program Summary
Duration for non-thesis
1 year
Fees for non-thesis
103,500* AED
Duration for thesis
2 years
Fees for thesis
117,300* AED
Application Deadline
June 1, 2020, or until seats are filled
Study Type
On Campus
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.
Students have the option to choose between a Thesis or a Non-Thesis program. The Thesis program offers an additional 4 credits and 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. A shorter-term Non-Thesis program, with an emphasis on taught modules, is best suited for students currently working in the biomedical/pharmaceutical industries or in the public sector, who wish to advance their careers through gaining additional knowledge in the field of biomedical sciences.
Study Plan
Admission Criteria
English Language Requirements
Academic IELTS
- An overall band 6 with no skill less than 5.5
- Original certificate will be required if offer is accepted
- Must have been taken within the last two years
- A single certificate to be submitted, combined scores are not accepted.
- Deadline to submit the results of the IELTS test is June 1st, 2020.
- Certificate should be valid until June 1st, 2020.
TOEFL
- iBT 80
- PBT is not accepted
- Must have been taken within the last two years
- ‘My Best Scores’ will not be considered for admission purposes
- Deadline to submit the results of the TOEFL test is June 1st, 2020.
- Certificate should be valid until June 1st, 2020.
Additional Information
- Transcripts and Degree Certificates submitted will require attestation from the Ministry of Education in the UAE for degrees awarded inside the UAE.
- Transcripts and Degree Certificates awarded outside the UAE will require attestation from the Ministry of Education. Also, applicants will need to obtain a Certificate of Equivalency from the Ministry.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a face-to-face interview on campus.
Document Attestation
All applicants for admission are required to obtain equivalency of their educational degree from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation process depends upon whether you completed your secondary schooling or undergraduate degree within the UAE or outside the UAE.
Applicants who completed secondary schooling or a Bachelor degree outside the UAE
must have their educational degree and transcripts/mark sheets certified by:
- The issuing educational institute and/or recognized authority for tertiary education in the host country in which you completed your education
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
- The UAE Embassy in that host country
- The Ministry of Education in the UAE
Additionally, the UAE Ministry of Education must issue an Equivalency Certificate.
Equivalency requirements for high school degree attestation can be found on Ministry of Education website.
Equivalency requirements for Bachelor degree attestation can be found on Ministry of Education website.
Tuition Fees
| Application fee | AED 1,000 + AED 50 (5% VAT) Non-refundable. Due at the time of application |
| Annual tuition fee for non-thesis track | AED 103,500. Payable in two installments - by the beginning of each semester |
| Annual tuition fee for thesis track | AED 117,300. Payable in two installments - by the beginning of each semester |
Tuition Fee Refund Policy
All tuition charges and fees are non-refundable, except as specified and summarized below:
- In the event of a student formally withdrawing from the university in the first semester, the following refund schedule will apply:
- 100% (excluding the seat reservation fees) if before the official beginning of the academic year.
- 50% of the total semester fees if before the end of the second week of classes
- No refund after the end of the second week of classes
- A full refund before the start of the term is possible in cases of
- If an applicant / student does not meet the academic admission / progression requirement as per published criteria
- Visa rejection
- If a student is awarded a scholarship (refund will be according to the granted amount)
- If a student does not meet the medical requirements
- For the continuing students (starting from semester 2 of the program):
- If the application form for withdrawal/deferral/drop of course was formally initiated prior to the start of the semester then the student is eligible for 100% refund.
Special circumstances:
- The Director of DSSR will request the formation of a committee to decide on tuition refund should an unexpected scenario occur.
- If an applicant cannot take up their seat at MBRU as a result of a situation that is outside of their control, and was not publicly clear at the time of application or when fee commitments were made then the applicant may be entitled to a full refund of tuition fees, seat reservation, and any application charges. Examples include:
- State-wide resolution such as visa restrictions
- Late University regulation such as suspension / cancellation of a program
- Late progression decision
- The refund policy excludes the following:
- Application fee
- Seat holding fee
- Tuition fee in the event of dismissal for disciplinary reasons
- A penalty of AED 500 may apply for:
- Late payment
- Bounced cheque
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
The duration of the non-thesis track is one year, and the thesis track is two years.
Application to the Master programs can only be submitted through our online application portal. Application to the program will open on October 15th 2019 and will close on June1st 2020. 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.
The minimum requirements for admission are outlined online here
As part of your application, you will need to upload clear color copies of your personal and academic documents in a PDF format. A list of required documents is available hereÂ
Please note that for your application to be considered, you have to complete the online application, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.  An experienced panel of MBRU faculty and staff will then review completed applications and will shortlist qualified candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Selection will be based on the applicant’s academic and professional credentials as well as performance in the interview. Selected applicants will be sent conditional offers to the email address provided in the application.
Undergraduate studies performance, letters of recommendation, previous academic and / or professional experience are the main criteria for evaluation
The annual tuition fee is AED. 103,500 for non-thesis track and AED 117,300 for thesis track. The tuition fee is payable in two installments (by the beginning of each semester) either by cheque or bank transfer.
Information of accommodation & visa can be found here
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