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Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

USA,Florida

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 18,483/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1961

Total Students: 30,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

777 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33431

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

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

Program Overview

Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine’s graduate education programs combine innovation with high-tech learning tools to educate and train aspiring scientists. The college is at the forefront of basic, applied and translational biomedical research and offers a joint doctoral program with the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science in integrative biology, a master’s degree in biomedical science and a graduate certificate in biomedical science.

Researchers in the college are addressing some of the world’s most pressing health challenges including cardiovascular disease and stroke, cancer, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, macular degeneration, autoimmune diseases and HIV/AIDS. The college does not offer undergraduate degree programs; however, a number of courses at the undergraduate level are available such as Brain Diseases: Mechanism and Therapy, Introduction to Radiation Biology, RNA Biology, and Diseases and Reproductive Endocrinology.

Students interested in pursuing advanced studies in biomedical science may obtain a Master's Degree in Biomedical Science, taking the thesis or non-thesis option. The Ph.D. program, which commenced in 2004, allows students to pursue interests across a number of fields including marine science, biomedical science, biotechnology and biology.

Students can earn a Ph.D. degree in biomedical science through the Integrative Biology Ph.D. program, a joint program of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,483 per year

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

Living Cost in Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

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 - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 90.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Undergraduate

Direct Admit –
Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group
Direct Admit
Up to $6,000
Provider Florida Atlantic
Summer/Fall Direct Admit –Application Required(1 April deadline)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
Provider Florida Atlantic

Graduate

Direct Admit –Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group

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.