Master in Biopsychology and Neuroscience

– Apply fundamental concepts of molecular and cellular neuroscience at the cellular and organismal levels.

– Acquire and demonstrate basic translational research skills in neurodevelopmental, neurodegenerative, behavioral, and cognitive neuroscience.

– Learn and apply ethical standards to construct a succinct research thesis in neuroscience.

– Demonstrate ability to read and critically analyze the published research studies in neuroscience.

– Develop proficiency in experimental design and implementation, statistical analysis, and interpretation of results.

– Gain effective verbal and written communication skills.

– Applicants seeking admissions to the CHLS graduate programs at HBKU should have a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4) from a recognized university.

– Applicants for the Master of Science in Biopsychology and Neuroscience should have a passion for neuroscience and evidence of coursework in biological or medical sciences.

– Applicants are required to submit a valid IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their proficiency in English.

– Applicants with evidence of prior research experience are preferred.

First Year – First Semester

Biopsychology – 3 Credit Hours
Research Methods and Ethics in Neuroscience – 3 Credit Hours
Behavior, Learning and Memory – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Advanced Neurosciences – 3 Credit Hours
Development and Diseases of the Nervous System – 3 Credit Hours
Elective Course I – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester

Scientific Communication and Professional Development – 3 Credit Hours
Elective Course II – 3 Credit Hours
Elective Course III – 3 Credit Hours
Research Seminar – 0 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester

Thesis Work and Laboratory Training – 9 Credit Hours

Elective Courses (Examples)

Advanced Molecular Biology – 3 Credit Hours
Advanced Cell Biology – 3 Credit Hours
Stem Cell Biology – 3 Credit Hours
Cancer Biology – 3 Credit Hours
Advanced Human Physiology – 3 Credit Hours
Advanced Genetics – 3 Credit Hours
Bioinformatics – 3 Credit Hours
Epigenetics – 3 Credit Hours
Pharmacogenomics – 3 Credit Hours