Overview

Key facts

M.S. in Biomedical Sciences at Long Island University (LIU) pursue courses that examine normal and diseased states of the human body. Students choose one of the specializations - Molecular Immunology and Cancer Biology or Microbiology/Infectious Diseases. A student specializing in any one of the above has to take 4 core courses and 2 electives. Students have the option to complete 36-credits with a thesis or non-thesis option to enhance their program of study.

Students with the M.S. in Biomedical Sciences majored in any of the 4 majors mentioned above have been accepted into Ph.D. programs, medical schools, dental schools, PA programs, health administration, pharmaceutical companies and into basic and clinical research laboratories. These students are trained in several areas of Biomedical Sciences, including Cancer Biology, Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology and Molecular Techniques.

Accreditation

The department offers programs that are accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), and Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Pathophysiology

Research Methods

Research

Clinical Research Thesis

Clinical Biochemistry

Hematology

Immunology/Serology

Medical Microbiology

Molecular Diagnostics

Hematological Malignancies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-07 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-01-17 00:00:00

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More details

We have rolling admissions. As an international student it is important to apply as soon as possible.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedicine Human Medicine Microbiology View 833 other Masters in Human Medicine in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

Bachelor’s degree with an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official copies of your undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts from any college(s) or universities you have attended.
Bachelor’s degree with an undergraduate G.P.A. of at least 3.0.
Students who have not completed Biochemistry within the past 3 years, must take Biochemistry as part of their degree program. The minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the undergraduate major is required. A candidate whose credentials satisfy all of the above requirements as well as university admissions requirements may be accepted as a fully matriculated student.
Students for whom English is a second language must submit official score results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Tuition Fee

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International

48672 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1352 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

48672 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1352 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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