Overview

Program in Graduate Institute of Cancer Biology and Drug Discovery's mission is to help students cultivate in the critical thinking and empirical research skills needed to understand cancer biology and develop novel cancer drugs. We provide an interdisciplinary curriculum, close interaction with research specialists, and the opportunity to develop relationships through on-site visits to industry centers.

What you'll study

The Graduate Institute of Cancer Biology and Drug Discovery from Taipei Medical University is designed to nurture world-class professionals in cancer biology research and drug research. Courses under four main categories (Cancer Biology Research Basic, New Drug R&D, Cancer Research Experimental Design, and Biomedical Informatics) lay the foundation for independent thinking and judgment, innovative thinking and problem solving, and the technical aspects of conducting research.

In addition to arranging on-site visits to biotech and pharmaceutical industries, the Program works closely with Taiwan Academia Sinica and TMU’s affiliated hospitals to provide students direct access to clinical and research resources.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research ethics
Special topics in processing & translational research of medical science & technology
Seminar
Cell & molecular biology
Advances in cancer science & technology
Individual studies in anti-cancer drug

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Taipei, Taiwan

Disciplines

Biology Health Sciences Pharmacology View 4 other Masters in Pharmacology in Taiwan

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants with diploma of Bachelor degree accredited by Taiwan Ministry of Education (MoE) or students graduating in 2021 from MoE accredited Bachelor degree programs.
Verification of nationality (e.g. photocopy of passport)
Copy of degree certificate(s) or diploma of the highest level of academic attainment
Copy of official transcripts (list of grades and courses) of the highest level of academic attainment
One copy of proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL, IELTS, or other official test results. Applicants who have had at least four years of formal education in an English speaking country may provide attendance records as proof of English proficiency.
Statement of purpose
Resume and personal statement
PowerPoint file about Research plan
Supporting materials are optional and may include academic examination scores
Interview (100%)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

151640 TWD / year

≈ 151640 TWD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

75820 TWD / year

≈ 75820 TWD / year

Additional Details

International students are required to pay tuition fees that are double the amount charged to local students.

Living costs

Taipei

Taiwan

26343 - 35750 TWD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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