Overview

Biomedical Research from The University of the West Indies aims to ensure students have adequate mentorship to facilitate the development of their research projects and to promote understanding of what is required to conduct independent research of significant impact.

Students at Biomedical Research from The University of the West Indies will gain knowledge in:

Eradication of plant diseases.

Microbial and parasitic disease research.

Advancing the agricultural benefits of traditional and non-traditional plants though genetic modifications

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Benefit analysis of drugs.

Advances in exercise physiology.

Study of bone regeneration

Effect of cannabis on the brain

Role of heavy metals in teratology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

35 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Kingston, Jamaica

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Educational Research

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold at least BSc degree, BBMedSc degree in an appropriate discipline at least at the lower second degree.

A transcript and two referee supports will be required.

An interview process may be requested.

Two letters of recommendations from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s character, and academic ability

Original Copies of your Supporting Documents

Official Transcript

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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

15000 USD / year

≈ 15000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4830 USD / year

≈ 4830 USD / year

Additional Details

National tuition/year: J$756,000

Funding

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Overview

Students at Biomedical Research from The University of the West Indies will gain knowledge in:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

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

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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