Graduate Degrees Offered:

The following post-graduate degrees have been approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to be awarded by Nile University.

1. Sc. Human Physiology

• Introduction:

The reasoning for establishing a master degree in Human Physiology at this point in time is the scarcity of qualified physiologists, strongly felt by almost all medical colleges in the Sudan and in neighboring countries. Taking into account the increasing number of medical and health sciences schools in the face of the decreased number of PhD and MSc holders, the need for this program is very evident.

1.2. Degree Objectives:

• The program aims at the provision of teaching & learning environment as well as appropriate experience to qualify young men and women who aspire to take up medical basic sciences careers in human physiology.
• The program provides candidates with opportunities for learning and practice of teaching skills.
• The program aims at developing research, educational facilities in tandem with international trends.
• The organizers are to foster relationships with others research and graduate studies institutions both locality and abroad.

1.3. Admission:

Eligible candidates must have obtained an MB BS, or B Pharm or BDS honors degree with a grade of 2nd class upper division at least to be admitted. Other grades of the above degrees will require qualifying examination equivalent to the 2nd MB examination with a score of 60%. The applicant has to attend selected courses as advised by the degree committee before taking the qualifying examination.

2. Sc. Biochemistry

2.1 Introduction

Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes in living organisms, including, but not limited to living matter. By controlling information flow through biochemical signaling and the flow of chemical energy through metabolism, biochemical processes give rise to the incredible complexity of life. Much of biochemistry deals with the structures and functions of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other biomolecules Processes rather than individual molecules are the main focus of the program.

2.2 Degree Objectives

• To Provide a sound understanding of every aspect of the structure and function of living things at the molecular level and to utilize the knowledge for the benefit of mankind.
• To Promote the competence of biochemists to a superior level in accordance with emerging advances in the science. The course is based on interdisciplinary nature of Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics.
• To Obligie students to read original publications and envisages significant inputs in laboratory work, communication skills, creativity, planning, execution and critical evaluation of the scientific data.
  • Admission:

1. A candidate seeking admission to MSc Biochemistry must have a B.Sc. Honors (at least second lower) in Biological Sciences (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology or Microbiology) or MBBS, MLS, B.V.Sc., B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Sc. or B.Pharm.
2. Candidates who do not fulfil the above requirements are required to take courses and sit for a qualifying examination, equivalent to honor’s degree courses.
3. Candidates may be subjected for an aptitude test including proficiency in English language.
4. Sc. In Molecular Biology and Genetics

3.1 Introduction

Molecular Biology and Genetics are a cornerstone of modern Biomedical Sciences. The advancement in Molecular Biology and Genetics will lead to the development of advanced technologies and high-quality research that are important, e.g. in the diagnosis as well as in the cure of metabolic and cellular dysfunctions and in the management of many other diseases. There is emphasis on development of new technologies, study of basic biological processes and use of this knowledge to tackle specific problems in human health and disease, including the development and discovery of new therapeutic agents. There are very few centers in Sudan capable and equipped to deliver such courses, train and examine candidates in Molecular Biology and Genetics. Nile University established a Centre capable of delivering such advanced technologies.

3.2. Degree Objectives:    

To provide students with knowledge of molecular genetics, quantitative and statistical genetics and human disease and how this can be applied to improve healthcare through the development and application of diagnostic tests and therapeutic agents.

To provide students with an excellent background in the theoretical aspects of biomolecular sciences and familiarity with laboratory techniques.

To stimulate the capability of students to plan and implement research projects and to evaluate the results of their research and those of the scientific literature.

To provide the ability of the students to bring to the society the benefits of advanced research in the life sciences.

To carries out demonstrations and explanations on basic practical Molecular Biology and Genetics courses.

3.2. Admission:

• Candidate’ must have a B.Sc. Honors (at least upper second) in Biological Sciences (Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology or Chemistry) or MBBS, B.V.Sc. BDS., B.Sc. (Agriculture), B.MLS and Phar. B. or a Degree from Nile University or its equivalent.
• Candidates who do not fulfil the above requirements are required to take courses and sit for a qualifying examination.
• Candidates must have good level of English language.
• All applicants are required to pass an interview.