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Master of Science in Multidisciplinary Biomedical Sciences - Cancer Biology

INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

USA,Alabama

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 24,810/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 22,560 +

Int. Students: 1,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Multidisciplinary Biomedical Sciences - Cancer Biology

Program Overview

You have an interest in biomedical health sciences, but you want to leave your options open for your future. With this degree, you will have an opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills that can help you launch a career in research science, scientific policy, science communication, education, or biomedical sales—or to gain more experience in preparation for professional schools.

You have plenty of choices in the program. Choose the thesis or non-thesis options, which require different amounts of laboratory and research training. Take elective courses to explore different biomedical science disciplines. Add a concentration designation to your transcript. You can even enroll in professional development courses in teaching, writing, scientific communication, and other topics. No matter what you choose, you can benefit from a core curriculum that includes courses in Molecular and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, General Human Physiology, Critical Thinking and Scientific Integrity, and Biostatistics.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Open
may 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60

Tuition Fee

CAD 24,810 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship Progression scholarship International scholarship IB scholarship Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship	Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer Program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions. Progression scholarship Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.75+ during International Year One or University Transfer Program to qualify for $3,000 per year. • Maintain consecutive enrollment at UAB as a full-time degreeseeking student in an approved undergraduate program. • Renewable as long as student remains in good academic standing, maintaining a GPA of 3.75+. International scholarship • No scholarship application required, qualified applicants automatically considered; must begin program within 12 months of secondary school graduation. • Must apply and be accepted by The University of Alabama at Birmingham no later than May 1 (August intake), and November 1 (January intake). • Minimum GPA of 3.0+ upon completion of a high school or secondary school outside of the USA. • Applicable to full-time first-year Direct-Entry undergraduate international enrollments. • Study gap from high school graduation must be within 2 years. • Must currently reside outside of the USA, be non-immigrant and non-resident status, and require a F-1 visa. • Must not have enrolled in post-secondary work. LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students IB scholarship • Must submit scholarship application to UAB by March 1 • Awarded IB Diploma • Applicable to full time direct entry undergraduate international enrollments • Eligible candidates will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that will be automatically upgraded to $2,500 after final IB scores are received • Student with government scholarships or other external support are not eligible for this award LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to Graduate Pathway or Integrated Master's program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions.	Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester Pathways)) Progression scholarship-$3,000 ($3,000 per year ($9,000 in total)) International scholarship-$7,500 ($7,500 per year (up to $30,000 in total)) IB scholarship-$2,500 ($2,500 per year (up to $10,000 in total)) Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester non-background Pathways))

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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