Program Overview for MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Canada:
Alongside our strong dedication to training students for successful academic, medical, and industrial careers, you’ll also find that we are committed to furthering research. This full-time program provides everything you need to become a well-rounded researcher, including:
- laboratory work
- guided seminar presentations
- discussion groups
Our department’s collective research strengths include molecular evolution, cell signaling, gene expression, and protein chemistry. And since we can’t enroll you in the program without a stipend, there is also ample opportunity for scholarship support through the department, set at a minimum amount of $21,500 as of September 2015.
An MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology opens the door to a variety of careers:
- employment in government and industrial laboratories
- the RCMP employs biochemists in forensic science laboratories
- opportunities in clinical diagnostic medicine in hospitals and in the numerous companies now providing diagnostic procedures
- the pharmaceutical, brewing, and food processing industries employ biochemists
- monitoring and control of pollution are also expanding fields for biochemists
- recent advances in molecular biology and genetics have given biochemistry a major role in the biotechnology industry
Biochemistry will continue to be a very good preparation for the professions of medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy. Opportunities exist in universities and research institutes for biochemists with post-graduate degrees.
The eligibility for MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Canada for both domestic and international student is:
An Honours degree in biochemistry and molecular biology or a research-based degree in biology, chemistry or biomedical sciences. Before you begin, you'll need to find a supervisor who is able to support your research interests and has the capacity to take on the added responsibility. This individual will be an important part of your supervisory committee. Start by checking out our faculty profiles, then get in touch with them directly.
Other Application Documents you need:
- Official Transcripts
- Letter of recommendation (2)
- Updated CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose
N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.
These are the test eligibilities for the MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology to qualify.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Canada: are:
- TOEFL(ibt): 100
- IELTS(academic): 7.5
The scholarships available for the MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology are:
Not available
The international student tuition fees and costs for MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Canada.
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year |
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| You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
The domestic student tuition fees and costs for MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year | ||||||
| This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
Contact Information:
Roisin McDevitt, graduate administrator
Email: roisin.mcdevitt@dal.ca
Phone: 902-494-2306
Dr. Jan Rainey, graduate coordinator
Email: jan.rainey@dal.ca
Dr. Barbara Karen, associate graduate coordinator
Email: bkarten@dal.ca
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