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Overview
Key facts
During the Animal Biosciences program of University of Guelph students interested in an MSc can take either a Course Work and Major Research Paper option, or obtain their MSc by writing a thesis. We also offer a PhD program. Our MSc by Coursework and Major Paper program is a oneyear program for specialized training in different aspects of the animal sciences. The MSc by Thesis program is a two-year program designed for students interested in advanced research.
Are you interested in:
- Sustainable and ethical animal production, care and use
- High quality and value-added animal products
- Animal models for human metabolism, nutrition and health
Research Fields
- Animal Breeding and Genetics
- Animal Nutrition
- Animal Physiology
- Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Career paths
- Over 95% of our graduates go on to relevant positions that rely on the skills they acquired with us
- Working for companies that produce diets for pet and agricultural animals
- Working on welfare policy for governmental agencies, NGOs or producers
- Working for animal breeding companies to enhance farm animal productivity and health
- Entering academia and becoming a professor of animal biosciences
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Selection in Animal Breeding
- Topics in Animal Genetics and Genomics
- Quantitative Genetics and Animal Models
- QTL and Markers
- Topics in Animal Biotechnology
- Topics in Comparative Animal Nutrition
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 89
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Animal Sciences Genetics View 122 other Masters in Biology in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA B
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 89
Other requirements
General requirements
- An honours bachelor’s degree in the sciences (or equivalent)
- A minimum 73% (“B”) average during the last two years, or equivalent, of undergraduate study
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
1157 - 1804 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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