Duration: 2 years
Course description:
Molecular Medicine stems from knowledge gained from basic science and applied biomedical research. This new medicine has produced the latest biotechnologies, such as, cell-based therapies, gene therapy, targeted therapies, biomarker technology, molecular diagnostics, pharmacogenomics and personalized medicine. The curriculum of this M. S. Molecular Medicine course includes this new knowledge supplemented by background courses on the fundamental science behind it.
Admission requirements:
The following application requirements must be submitted to the Registrar's Office personally or by courier:
1. Application Form (fully accomplished)
2. Official Transcript of Records (certified true copy)
3. Diploma (s) (certified true copy)
4. Two (2) Letter of Recommendation
A. The Recommendation Forms may be downloaded from the website.
b. The recommendation should come from two (2) former professors or if employed, one (1) from an immediate supervisor and one (1) from a former professor
5. Certificate of Good Moral Character or Good Standing from the former college or training institution.
6. Two (2) copies of 2x2 recent colored photograph with white background
7. Birth Certificate
8. Marriage Certificate (for married female applicants using a name other than that indicated in the Birth Certificate)
For FOREIGN and FOREIGN GRADUATE APPLICANTS
1. All requirements mentioned above should be submitted. The Transcript of Records, Certificate of Graduation and Birth Certificate must be duly authenticated (not just seen) by the Philippine Foreign Service Post (PFSP) located in the applicant's country of legal residence or origin.
2. Photocopies of Passport pages where name, photo, birth date and birthplace appear.
3. Police Clearance Certificate issued by the National Police authorities and duly authenticated by the PFSP in the students' country of origin. Those who have stayed in the Philippines for more than six months must submit a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance.
4. Notarized affidavit of support and proof of adequate financial support to cover expenses for student's accommodation and subsistence, as well as school dues and other incidental expenses. Ex. Bank statement
5. Six copies of original Personal History Statement (PHS) duly accomplished and signed by the applicant in English, indicating also any personal skill/s, ie: hobbies and sport, and the original recent 2x2 signed photo with white background.
6. Non-resident aliens must submit a student visa (9f) issued by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate in their country of origin.
7. Resident aliens must submit the Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) and Immigrant Certificate of Residence.Those holding an SSRV visa or an SRRIV visa must secure a certificate from the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) that he/she is a holder of the said visa.
Scholarships:
1. SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS for honor graduates, inclusive of tuition, laboratory and miscellaneous fees may be granted upon evaluation of the applicant.
2. THESIS GRANTS from P200,000.00 to P500,000.00 will be given to students whose theses will be done as part of ongoing research programs of St. Luke's Medical Center, upon the recommendation of the Institutional Scientific Review Board and subject to the approval of the President and CEO.
3. DOST SCHOLARSHIPS (full or partial) under the Accelerated Science and Technology Human Resource Development Program Graduate Science and Technology Scholarships are available to qualified students who opt to take the Thesis option of the Program. Application should be submitted to the Director of the M.S. Molecular Medicine Program.
Tuition Fees:
P 20,000-40,000 per semester