Overview

The main objective is to produce research scientists, who have deep and wide knowledge to be competitive in today’s global research and work environment. Graduate students enrolled in graduate programmes by research may be admitted on a full-time or part-time basis. They will receive supervision and guidance by faculty members to conduct research projects aligned to the overall objectives of their chosen laboratories. We also provide advanced learning and hands-on training through foundation courses and practical modules. Biological Sciences degree is offered at Nanyang Technological University.

The school offers M.Sc. by research. M.Sc. students are required to fulfil course work requirement of 3 course modules (9 AUs) and Transferable Skills Modules within the candidature period; and conduct original research leading to a M.Sc. dissertation.

Our research areas include:

Biological Data Science
Cancer and Cell Biology
Genes, Genetics & Genomics
Microbiology & Immunology
Neuroscience
Plant Biology
Proteomics and Protein Chemistry
Structural Biology & Drug Discovery
Traditional Chinese Medicine

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Course in Information Biology
Practical Course in Protein Crystallography
Teaching Assistant Programme
Molecular & Cell Biology
Practical Course in Multidimensional NMR spectroscopy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Biology

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree: A strong Bachelor’s degree with minimum Honours (Distinction) and its equivalent.
English Proficiency: A good TOEFL/IELTS1 score for applicants whose Bachelor’s degree is not conducted in English.
Research Proposal: A well-crafted research proposal that demonstrates the applicant’s research potential and motivation.
Resume: A resume that highlights personal and academic achievements, prior research experience and skills, leadership and character.
Academic References: Academic referee reports that provide insights into the applicant’s potential and character.

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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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Non-residents

22850 USD / year

≈ 22850 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10450 USD / year

≈ 10450 USD / year

Living costs

Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD / month

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Singapore

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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