Master of Science Biology in Canada at UOttawa Canada

Program Overview for Master of Science Biology in Canada:

The Ottawa Carleton Institute of Biology (OCIB) was established in 1984, combining the research advantages of the University of Ottawa and Carleton University. The institute offers postgraduate courses and obtains Master of Biology (MSc) and Ph.D. (Ph.D.) degrees. 

Research facilities are shared between the two campuses. Students can use the professors, courses, and facilities of the two universities. The Institute is Bioinformatics (Master), Chemistry and Environmental Toxicology (Master and Ph.D.), Environmental Sustainability (Master), Bioinformatics, Science, Society and Politics (Master level).

Main Areas of Research

• Cell and molecular biology
• Ecology, behavior, and systematics
• Physiology and biochemistry

Other Programs Offered Within the Same Discipline or in a Related Area

• Master of Science Biology Specialization in Chemical and Environmental Toxicology (MSc)
• Master of Science Biology Specialization in Bioinformatics (MSc)
• Master of Science Biology Specialization in Environmental Sustainability (MSc)
• Master of Science Biology Specialization in Science, Society, and Policy (MSc)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Biology (Ph.D.)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Biology Specialization in Chemical and Environmental Toxicology (Ph.D.)

The eligibility for Master of Science Biology in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

• Have a bachelor’s degree with a specialization or a major in Biology (or equivalent) with a minimum average of 70% (B).
• Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts, or other documents demonstrating research skills.
• Meet the funding requirements.

Note: International students must provide proof of financial support: i.e., a stipend provided by a supervisor and a combination of awards and/or trust funds.

• Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis.
  • We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.
  • To register, you need to have been accepted by a thesis supervisor.
  • The supervisor’s name is required at the time of application.

Other Documents required:

• Resume
• A letter of intent outlining your career goals and proposed research area.
• We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors early. To register, you need to be accepted by a thesis supervisor.
• International students must show proof of funding in the form of a supervisor stipend and a combination of scholarships and/or in-trust accounts.
• Good knowledge of either English or French and a good ability to write in English are required.
• Please note that non-required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved, or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures.
• Recommendation Letter (2)

Fast-Track from Master’s to PhD

Students enrolled in the master’s program in Biology at the University of Ottawa may be eligible to fast-track directly into the doctoral program without writing a master’s thesis. For additional information, please consult the “Admission Requirements” section of the Ph.D. program.

These are the test eligibilities for the Master of Science Biology to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Master of Science Biology in Canada.

To be eligible for the differential tuition fee exemption you must:

• be admitted to a program of studies offered only in French OR
• have a secondary or postsecondary diploma in French attesting to a minimum of two years of study, and for programs that offer compulsory courses in both official languages (English and French), enroll for the compulsory courses offered in French

The differential tuition fee exemption cannot be combined with the Education Bursary for International Master’s Students or the International Doctoral Scholarship.

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