24 monthsProgramme duration
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
- A four-year Bachelor's (BS) Degree in Biology (Life Sciences) from a recognized institution with evidence of a suitable background for entering the proposed field.
- A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent, and a GPA of 3.00 in the subject of the major field. Official transcripts and degree certificates are required for final admission. Students may also be admitted on a provisional basis as a pre-graduate if his or hers GPA is below 3 but above or equal to 2.5. In this case, the student has to score B or above on a number of Biology core / elective courses, as decided by the Master Biology Committee.
- Completion of TOEFL with a minimum score of 520 (PBT), 190 (CBT) or 68 (IBT). The TOEFL score must be sent directly to the College of Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies. The KFUPM code is 0868. IELTS is also acceptable [min 5.5]
- Acceptable General Graduate Record Examination (GRE), which should also be reported directly.
- At least three letters of recommendation from the faculty who taught the applicant undergraduate courses.
- Satisfactorily meeting any additional departmental or university admission requirements.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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