MSc Programme

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Distinction and above) / its equivalent or
• The degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or
• The degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery and
• The ability to pursue research in the candidate’s proposed field of advanced study.

PhD Programme

• A good Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Distinction and above) / its equivalent or
• The degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or
• The degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery and
• The ability to pursue research in the candidate’s proposed field of advanced study.

TOEFL/IELTS

Applicants whose medium of instruction is not English must submit TOEFL/IELTS scores as evidence of their proficiency in the English Language. Exemptions will be given to applicants with distinctions in the Cambridge GCE ‘O’ level examination English Language Paper 1119. The minimum TOEFL score required is 580/237/85 for the paper-based, computer-based and internet-based tests respectively. For IELTS, the minimum score required is 6.5.

GRE and other requirements

1. A well-crafted statement of purpose detailing research interests, career aspirations, and motivations for choosing our program.
2. Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees, offering valuable insights into the applicant’s qualifications and research potential.
3. A comprehensive CV highlighting academic accomplishments and pertinent experience.
4. Standardized test scores such as the GRE.
5. Publications or involvement in research projects.
Items (1) – (3) are compulsory.
Items (4) and (5) are optional; however, do note that evidence of strong quantitative, verbal, and analytical skills through GRE scores, as well as indicators of research skills and experience will significantly strengthen your application.