MSc. in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

MSc. in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology is a 24 months(2 years) program conducted by the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology.

This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of biochemical processes at cellular and molecular level as well knowledge of key techniques in biochemistry & molecular biology and their applications in medicine and industry. It also aims to provide training in core transferable skills that are fundamental to all biological disciplines. The course has a strong practical foundation and will provide hands-on experience in core laboratory techniques as well as a solid training in research.

Application for the 2023 intake is closed. Next intake will be in July 2024

  • To provide a broad understanding of biochemical processes at cellular and molecular level as well as knowledge of key techniques in biochemistry & molecular biology and their applications in medicine and industry
  • To provide training in core transferable skills that are fundamental to all biological disciplines.
  • Duration: 24 months (2 years)
  • Credit Hours:
  • SLQF level: 10

A Bachelor’s degree in science with chemistry/ biochemistry as a subject, medicine, indigenous medicine, dental, veterinary science or agriculture from a recognized university or a graduateship of the college of chemical science, Institute of chemistry, Sri Lanka.

  • By an Interview and Selection Examination
  • Lectures
  • Online learning
  • Laboratory work
  • Practicals
  • Self learning
  • Library research
  • Formative assessment
  • Projects with Assessments
  • Research project
  • Three continuous Assessments
  • Final Assessment Test
  • Research thesis which will be evaluated by extertnal examiners

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  • Application Fee: Rs. 2,000/-
  • Library Fee: Rs. 4000/=
  • Refundable Laboratory/Library fee: Rs. 10,000/=
  • Course Fee:
    • Local Students: Rs. 700,000
    • International Students: USD 8,000

Course Fee Can be paid either,

  • Full payment at the registration  OR
  • By three installments of Rs. 245,000 / USD 2,800 each before the second year starts.

Dr Meran Ediriweera – Course Coordinator
Ms. Sudeshika Lakmali – Course Administrator

Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
+94 112629774 ext. 1719
meran@bmb.cmb.ac.lk