The Graduate Program “Molecular Basis of Human Diseases” of the University of Crete Medical School announces that the call for applications for new graduate students for academic year 2025-2026 is now open.
Application deadline May 26th 2025
The Program leads to a Μaster’s degree (MSc) in “Molecular Basis of Human Diseases” after four (4) academic semesters.
The Program aims to promote the convergence between clinical and basic biomedical science and research through the promotion of collaboration between clinical and basic science professors and the co-supervision of the research of the students of this Program.
Students in the Program are trained to be able:
- to understand the basic pathogenic mechanisms of major human diseases based on the knowledge acquired at the cellular & molecular level
- to develop a critical attitude towards scientific knowledge and approach to the field of biomedical sciences
- to acquire the theoretical background and skills relevant to basic, translational and clinical research to contribute to the creation of new knowledge and gain sufficient experience for future contribution to biomedical research
- to acquire skills such as presenting a paper to an audience, writing review articles and writing research proposals
- to learn about good laboratory practices and laboratory safety rules
- to be informed and sensitized on ethics and ethics in research
The duration of studies is four (4) academic semesters.
The Program is full-time with obligatory attendance and the courses require the physical presence of the students.
The language of the Program is English.
Eligible applicants should hold an MD or BSc degree from Departments of Schools of Health Sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy) or Biological Sciences (Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetic, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry).
For more information, please visit the program’s website
