Michigan City , Indiana , United States
Overview
Students in the Molecular and Cellular Biology programme from Van Andel Institute Graduate School (VAIGS) receive in-depth training in the latest techniques across fields and disease areas, including epigenetics, genetics, cancer, neuroscience, metabolism, immunology, structural biology, bone biology and more.
Key Features
- The Graduate School uses an innovative, problem-based learning approach that trains students to conduct high-caliber, rigorous science and to translate basic biological findings into clinical applications, blending discovery with invention and insight with application.
- Students also undergo extensive professional development in areas such as leadership, ethics, responsible and effective conduct of research, public speaking, and grant and technical writing.
- By the end of their time at the Graduate School, students are prepared to tackle science’s most pressing questions.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Historical Perspectives in Molecular Biology
- Trenslational Research
- Responsible and Effective Conduct Of Research
- Journal Club
- Research in progress (RIP)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
To ensure full consideration for fall admission, applications should be received by December 1
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Molecular Sciences Genetics View 32 other Masters in Genetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 90
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor of Arts or Science (B.A. or B.S.) degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university prior to enrollment
- Research experience
- Overall academic excellence
- TOEFL score
- Three letters of recommendation from faculty members
- High competence in skills important to a career in scientific research
- A deep passion for understanding the mysteries of life and disease as well as a commitment to the improvement of health.
- Good character
Tuition Fee
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International
25000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 25000 USD per year and a duration of 60 months. -
National
25000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 25000 USD per year and a duration of 60 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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