Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine (CSMM) Scholarship For MSc & PhD

The Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine (CSMM), a School of Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics in Cyprus, has invited online application for admission to various master’s and PhD programmes in the following disciplines:

MSc Programs

MSc in Molecular Medicine (accredited)

The program promotes excellence and educates students on the significant issues in Molecular Medicine. The challenging curricula includes mandatory taught courses which cover the main aspects of Molecular Medicine and a number of elective courses enabling students to broaden their knowledge on other fields of Molecular Medicine. The MSc Research or Library Projects on various aspects of Molecular Medicine are conducted in the state-of-the-art Departments and Clinics of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). As an International Centre of Excellence, CING carries out pioneering research in Medical Genetics and therefore provides MSc students with the knowledge and tools to complete a competitive Research or Library Project. MSc Students have the opportunity to attend courses in innovative fields which include Molecular Basis of Monogenic Diseases, Molecular Basis of Complex Diseases, Neurosciences & Neurogenetics and Gene & Cell Therapy.

MSc in Medical Genetics (accredited)

The Medical Genetics MSc programme is aimed at clinicians and scientists who wish to gain an in depth understanding of Medical Genetics and the several applications within the wider field of Biomedical Sciences.

Students will be able to get an in depth understanding of all aspects of Medical Genetics. Clinicians will be able to use this knowledge for better management of their future patients with an inherited disease and targeting requests for diagnostic genetic testing. Scientists will be able to competently work in a research or diagnostic laboratory dealing with the multiple aspects of Medical Genetics. In addition, the programme will enable graduates to play a major role in future research programmes on Medical Genetics and Translational Medicine, both cutting-edge research topics.

MSc in Neuroscience (accredited)

The program promotes excellence and educates students on the significant issues in Neuroscience. The challenging curricula includes mandatory taught courses which cover the main aspects of Neuroscience and a number of elective courses enabling students to broaden their knowledge of other relevant fields. The MSc Research or Library Projects on various aspects of Neuroscience are conducted in the state-of-the-art Departments and Clinics of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). As an International Centre of Excellence, CING carries out pioneering research in Neuroscience and therefore provides MSc students with the knowledge and tools to complete a competitive Research or Library Project. MSc Students have the opportunity to attend courses in innovative fields which include Brain and Behaviour, Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Neurosciences and Neurogenetics, Cytogenetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetics, Molecular Basis of Monogenic Diseases, Molecular Virology and Immunology and Molecular Basis of Complex Diseases.

MSc in Biomedical Research (accredited)

The program promotes excellence and educates students on the significant issues in Biomedical Research. The challenging curricula includes mandatory taught courses which cover the main aspects of Biomedical Research and a number of elective courses enabling students to broaden their knowledge of other relevant fields. The MSc Research Projects are conducted in the state-of-the-art Departments and Clinics of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). As an International Centre of Excellence, CING carries out pioneering research in Biomedicine and therefore provides MSc students with the knowledge and tools to complete a competitive Research Project. MSc Students have the opportunity to attend courses in innovative fields which include Brain and Behaviour, Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Neurosciences and Neurogenetics, Cytogenetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetics, Molecular Basis of Monogenic Diseases, Molecular Virology and Immunology and Molecular Basis of Complex Diseases.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to the MSc Programs, a student must meet at least the minimum requirements listed below:

1. A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited institution, in a related field
2. English Language Certification or other accepted International Standard, if graduated from a school where English is not the language of instruction.

Application Procedure

The available positions for new students are announced on the CSMM website and in the press during the last week of January, before the beginning of the academic year.

Required Documents

1. A Completed Online Application Form
2. Two Academic References
3. Academic Transcripts
4. English Language Certificate (if not graduated from an English speaking University)
5. High School Certificate
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. ID/PASSPORT
8. Recent passport photo

Tuition Fees and Payment Periods

Education is an investment in your future and the CSMM is committed to offering an accessible education to all successful applicants.

Students will be informed by the Education Office about the exact payment deadlines each semester.

Notes:

(1) Health Insurance coverage is recommended for all students.
(2) International students are required to have health insurance for themselves as well as for their spouse and children.
(3) The total cost for the PhD Programs (Euros 20,750) is divided over the duration of 4 years.  The cost for the 1st year of studies amounts to Euros 5,450.

Payment Periods:

Scholarships & Grants

Education is an investment in your future and the CSMM is committed to offering an accessible education to all successful applicants.

Publicly-Funded Grants
Cypriot Students of the CSMM are entitled to apply for a publicly-funded grant based on the Government’s assessment criteria.

CSMM Scholarships
A number of full and partial scholarships to cover tuition fees are awarded to MSc and PhD students based on academic criteria.
In addition to the above, various types of scholarships are available specifically for PhD students, for years 2, 3 and 4 which may cover costs of consumables and/or a monthly allowance.

The exact amount and number of scholarships that are offered is always subject to the yearly budget of the School.

PhD Postgraduate Programs

The Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine offers accredited PhD Postgraduate Programs. The Programs are offered in Full-Time mode (4 years) of study only. Each postgraduate program consists of five taught courses; four courses are core courses and one is elective which are offered during the 1st year of studies. PhD Postgraduate Programs also include a research project (years 2-4).

PhD in Medical Genetics (accredited)

The program promotes excellence and educates students on the significant issues in Medical Genetics. The challenging curricula includes mandatory taught courses which cover the main aspects of Medical Genetics and a number of elective courses enabling students to broaden their knowledge on other fields of Medical Genetics. The PhD Research Projects on various aspects of Medical Genetics are conducted in the state-of-the-art Departments and Clinics of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). As an International Centre of Excellence, CING carries out pioneering research in Medical Genetics and therefore provides PhD students with the knowledge and tools to complete a competitive Research or Library Project. PhD Students have the opportunity to attend courses (during their 1st year of studies) in innovative fields which include Cytogenetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetics, Methodologies and Technologies Applied in Medical Genetics and Biochemical Basis of Genetic Diseases.

PhD in Molecular Medicine (accredited)

The program promotes excellence and educates students on the significant issues in Molecular Medicine. The challenging curricula includes mandatory taught courses which cover the main aspects of Molecular Medicine and a number of elective courses enabling students to broaden their knowledge on other fields of Molecular Medicine. The PhD Research Projects on various aspects of Molecular Medicine are conducted in the state-of-the-art Departments and Clinics of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING). As an International Centre of Excellence, CING carries out pioneering research in Medical Genetics and therefore provides PhD students with the knowledge and tools to complete a competitive Research or Library Project. PhD Students have the opportunity to attend courses during their 1st year of studies) in innovative fields which include Molecular Basis of Monogenic Diseases, Molecular Basis of Complex Diseases, Neurosciences & Neurogenetics and Gene & Cell Therapy.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to the PhD Programs, a student must meet at least the minimum requirements listed below:

1. A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited institution, in a related field
2. English Language Certification or other accepted International Standard, if graduated from a school where English is not the language of instruction.

Application Procedure

The available positions for new students are announced on the CSMM website and in the press during the last week of January, before the beginning of the academic year.

Required Documents

1. A Completed Online Application Form
2. Two Academic References
3. Academic Transcripts
4. English Language Certificate (if not graduated from an English speaking University)
5. High School Certificate
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. ID/PASSPORT
8. Recent passport photo

Tuition Fees and Payment Periods

Education is an investment in your future and the CSMM is committed to offering an accessible education to all successful applicants.

Students will be informed by the Education Office about the exact payment deadlines each semester.

Notes:

(1) Health Insurance coverage is recommended for all students.
(2) International students are required to have health insurance for themselves as well as for their spouse and children.
(3) The total cost for the PhD Programs (Euros 20,750) is divided over the duration of 4 years.  The cost for the 1st year of studies amounts to Euros 5,450.

Payment Periods:

Scholarships & Grants

Education is an investment in your future and the CSMM is committed to offering an accessible education to all successful applicants.

Publicly-Funded Grants

Cypriot Students of the CSMM are entitled to apply for a publicly-funded grant based on the Government’s assessment criteria.

CSMM Scholarships

A number of full and partial scholarships to cover tuition fees are awarded to MSc and PhD students based on academic criteria.
In addition to the above, various types of scholarships are available specifically for PhD students, for years 2, 3 and 4 which may cover costs of consumables and/or a monthly allowance.

The exact amount and number of scholarships that are offered is always subject to the yearly budget of the School.

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