Institute of Molecular and Cellular Biology Program By National Tsing Hua University |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The IMCB was established in 2002. To foster cutting-edge research in biological sciences and to translate laboratory hypothesis-driven discoveries into advances in biomedicine and biotechnology, we focus on establishing cellular and animal models to excel in investigations of infectious diseases, human microbiome, regenerative medicine and cancer biology. Specific research interests include

Molecular mechanisms of speciation ,and conservation
Axonal and intraflagellar transport in Caenorhabditis elegans
Pathogenesis of Helicobacter pylori and Candida albicans
Molecular immunology
Cancer stem-cell biology and cancer epigenetics
Virus-mediated genomic instability and carcinogenesis

Our goals are to become a successful player in the global science league and to train potential leaders in both academics and industry. IMCB alumni have made outstanding contributions to superb academic research, biotechnology, biomedicine, conservation biology, intellectual property and technology licensing, entrepreneurship as well as science and technology management.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The IMCB was established in 2002. To foster cutting-edge research in biological sciences and to translate laboratory hypothesis-driven discoveries into advances in biomedicine and biotechnology, we focus on establishing cellular and animal models to excel in investigations of infectious diseases, human microbiome, regenerative medicine and cancer biology. Specific research interests include

Molecular mechanisms of speciation ,and conservation
Axonal and intraflagellar transport in Caenorhabditis elegans
Pathogenesis of Helicobacter pylori and Candida albicans
Molecular immunology
Cancer stem-cell biology and cancer epigenetics
Virus-mediated genomic instability and carcinogenesis

Our goals are to become a successful player in the global science league and to train potential leaders in both academics and industry. IMCB alumni have made outstanding contributions to superb academic research, biotechnology, biomedicine, conservation biology, intellectual property and technology licensing, entrepreneurship as well as science and technology management.

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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More programs from the university

National Tsing Hua University offers a wide range of undergraduate courses, including many English-taught options. To apply, you’ll need to submit your application online via NTHU’s website by 15 January for admission in the fall semester, or 16 October for admission in the spring semester, and submit the following documents:

Completed online application form
Photocopy of high school diploma
Official high school transcript
Study plan (explaining your reasons for choosing NTHU)
Financial statement
Two letters of recommendation
Passport
Declaration form
Any program-specific requirements

There are no application fees and you should submit your documents in either Chinese or English. Tuition fees range from NT$38,340-39,990 (~US$1,270-1,320) per year depending on your course.

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To apply for a master’s or PhD program at National Tsing Hua University you should apply online, submitting all the required documents, such as your bachelor’s degree certificate and/or master’s degree certificate. Your degree certificate should be notarized by the Taiwanese embassy in your country.

Tuition fees for graduate courses range between NT$26,300-33,000 per year (~US$870-1,100) plus fees for each credit. International graduate students are eligible to apply for government scholarships such as the Taiwan Scholarship (which awards up to NT$30,000/US$1,000 per month) and the Academia Sinica International Graduate Student Scholarship.