The program of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta is the largest and one of the most diverse on campus in terms of the research interests of its academic staff.
Biological Sciences, M.Sc.
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Overview
This diversity has resulted in numerous collaborations among PIs as they discover common themes and approaches within their research programs.
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
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 3.3
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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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5575 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5575 CAD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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