Overview
This diversity has resulted in numerous collaborations among PIs as they discover common themes and approaches within their research programs.
Learning outcomes
The program of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta currently has over 70 professors, 20 adjunct professors and 20 professors emeritus, along with a graduate student population of nearly 300 and 70 departmental support staff. Over 95% of the academic staff in the Department have NSERC or CIHR funding, with the average grant monies being in excess of $200,000 per investigator.
Programme Structure
Courses included:- Ecology and Evolution
- Entomology
- Genomics
- Immunology and Infection
- Marine Biology
- Microbiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Biology View 62 other Masters in Biology in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to our department is recommended based on the availability of funding and our review of the complete application including the C.V. and letters of reference. Although an applicant may meet the minimum GPA requirement, admission is not guaranteed. A 4-year undergraduate degree, or its academic equivalent, from a recognized university.
Tuition Fee
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10018 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10018 CAD per year during 12 months. -
National
4827 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4827 CAD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Edmonton
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biological Sciences.
Available Scholarships
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