Master of Medical Sciences
UAEU United Arab Emirates University
Key Information
Campus location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
AED 1,600 / per credit **
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* applications opens on 28th September 2021
** per credit hour
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Introduction
Overview
The Master of Medical Sciences programs are designed to cater to the needs and aspirations of individual students, the expressed needs of the relevant institutions in the UAE and the current strengths in different disciplines in the CMHS. Currently, the structure of the M. Med. Sc. curriculum is organized into three tracks: “Microbiology & Immunology”, “Pharmacology and Toxicology” and “Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB)”.
- Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology track is a multi-disciplinary program that provides students with a foundation in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology as well as intensive state-of-the-art laboratory research training. Research areas in the Biochemistry Department focus on the Biochemical, Molecular and Cellular Basis of human diseases including Cancer Biology, Diabetes, and Neurodegenerative disorders, in addition to areas in Gene Regulation, Bioinformatics, Proteomics, Epigenetic, Signal Transduction, Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, and Immunology and Biochemical Toxicology. - Microbiology & Immunology
The Microbiology and Immunology track provides students with core knowledge at the respective levels in basic immunology, the pathogenesis of autoimmune and infectious diseases, the molecular details of host-pathogen interactions, the molecular biology and molecular epidemiology of selected pathogens, and the genetic manipulation of pathogens. - Pharmacology & Toxicology
The Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics offers a multidisciplinary program designed to prepare highly qualified individuals to be successful scientists in academic and industrial biomedical research. The pharmacology and toxicology faculty members carry out research in cancer pharmacology, neuropharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, drug metabolism, toxicology, proteomics, molecular pharmacology, receptors and signal transduction, and drug design.
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Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours: minimum of 36 hours
Master of Medical Science Major
Required Courses (10 hours) | Credit Hours | |
ETHC600 | Ethical Conduct in Medical Research | 1 |
JRC601 | Biomedical Sc Journal Club 1 | 1 |
PRR600 | Principles of Research | 1 |
SEM601 | Biomedical Sciences Seminar I 1 | 1 |
STA600 | Biostatistics & Experimental Design | 2 |
1: Taken 3 Times |
Electives Courses (6CH for BM, PT tracks and 8CH MI track) (8 hours) | Credit Hours |
Research Courses (12 hours) | Credit Hours |
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Track
Required Courses (8 hours) | Credit Hours | |
BMB601 | Techniques in Biochemistry | 2 |
BMB602 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 3 |
BMB603 | Advanced Cell Biology | 2 |
BMB604 | Advanced Topics in Biochemistry | 2 |
Microbiology and Immunology Track
Required Courses (6 hours) | Credit Hours | |
MMIM601 | Molecular Bacteriology – Gene, Structure, Pathogenesis | 2 |
MMIM602 | Principles of Cellular and Molecular Immunology | 2 |
MMIM603 | Molecular Principles of Viral Replication and Pathogenesis | 2 |
Pharmacology and Toxicology Track
Required Courses (8 hours) | Credit Hours | |
PHTX601 | General Systemic Pharmacology | 2 |
PHTX602 | Molecular Mechanism of Drug Action | 2 |
PHTX603 | Neurotransmitters in Health and Diseases | 2 |
PHTX604 | Molecular Principles of Organ Toxicity | 2 |
Merit Fellowship Award
To receive the Merit Award, students are expected to have high academic credentials and maintain their academic success at the UAEU. The Merit Fellowship Award offers financial assistance in form of a partial tuition waiver to qualified students. Students in STEM and strategic areas of the country (renewable energy, transportation, health, water resources, technology, space) will have priority.
Student Eligibility:
- Have Excellent Academic Standing (GPA ≥ 3.6/4.0).
- Maintain a GPA ≥of 3.6/4.0 during study at UAEU.
- Have no other financial sponsorship or award.
Benefits:
- 50% discount on tuition fees.
Duration:
- Valid until graduation as long as the student is abiding with the Student Eligibility conditions.
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Program Outcome
- Biomedical Knowledge.
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills.
- Scholarly Research.
- Professionalism and ethics.
- Publications and presentations.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply the knowledge of biomedical sciences in their scholarly activities.
- Demonstrate communication skills (with peers and colleagues) that are effective in the exchange and translation of knowledge and information.
- Apply professional ethics and commitment to their scholarly activities.
- Engage in collaborative health science research.
- use quantitative and qualitative methods to present and defend their scientific research findings.