Overview
The Integrative Biology program of University of Guelph has a research department that is focused on a wide variety of organisms (from microbes to plants to animals) at multiple levels of organization (from molecules and cells through to entire ecosystems). Basic research is being used as a foundation to address some of the most important regional and global issues.
We offer a research-based Master’s and Doctoral program. Master’s students take 1.5 credits in course work, and prepare and defend a research-based thesis for their MSc (approximately six semesters).
Research fields
- Comparative Physiology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Ecology
Are you interested in:
- Ecology
- Evolution
- Physiology
- Conservation
Career opportunities
- Environmental consultant
- Scientist for federal and provincial agencies
- Data scientist for pharmaceutical companies
- Conservation officer for NGOs
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Special Topics in Ecology and Behaviour
- Special Topics in Evolutionary Biology
- Special Topics in Physiology
- Advances in Integrative Biology
- Scientific Communication
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Application deadline is ongoing.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Ecology Genetics View 69 other Masters in Genetics in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants require an Honours Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent (MSc) or a Master’s degree (PhD) in a wide range of areas, including: Integrative Biology, Wild Life Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Marine and Freshwater Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, and Molecular Biology & Genetics.
Tuition Fee
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International
15332 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7666 CAD per semester during 24 months. -
National
6412 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3206 CAD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Guelph
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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