Overview

Life Sciences at Jawaharlal Nehru University was founded based on a concept paper developed by the committee headed by Prof. M.S. Swaminathan and was the country's first school dedicated to teaching and research in life sciences. SLS focuses on interdisciplinary Life Sciences teaching and research from the molecular to organismal levels.

Key facts

It encompasses diverse research areas, from biochemistry to genetics, studying various organisms. SLS is renowned for its integrative M.Sc. teaching program, offering remedial courses to accommodate students from diverse science backgrounds. It regularly updates academic programs, integrates emerging areas into research and teaching, and provides well-equipped practical laboratories for hands-on training in theory subjects. SLS offers a Ph.D. program with five research thematic groups, spanning disciplines from molecules to organisms and diseases. Ph.D. students carry out research in state-of-the-art laboratories. The School consistently secures extramural funding and has a strong track record of cutting edge research in multidisciplinary areas. The school has produced more than 760 Ph.D. and 1020 M.Sc. graduates and remains an attractive destination for life science studies and research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry

Cell Biology

Genetics

Microbiology

Chemistry of Macromolecules

Life Sciences Practical

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Delhi, India

Disciplines

Ecology

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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

Foreign Nationals applying for admission as self financing students are required to provide detail of the Bank account, etc. with their application forms and a certificate from their respective bankers to the effect that they have sufficient funds available in their bank account to sustain their studies in India for the duration of the programme.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2000 USD / year

≈ 2000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4 USD / year

≈ 4 USD / year

Additional Details

National tuition: 216 RS per semester

Funding

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