Overview

You’ll receive theoretical and hands-on training in advanced molecular techniques. During your time with us, you will publish your research in scientific journals and present your results at conferences.

All students in this program receive financial support. As of 2022/23, the minimum yearly stipend is $26,000 made up from supervisor’s research grants and/or teaching assistantships and, where applicable, university scholarships and awards.

Outcomes

Graduates with an MSc in Biochemistry at University of Victoria will be able to:

develop proficiency with leading-edge techniques in biochemistry

think critically to solve research problems

write high quality papers for peer-reviewed scientific journals

develop written and oral communication skills, both for specialised and general audiences

demonstrate skills in organization, implementation, interpretation and analysis of research data

experience upholding high ethical standards, integrity and responsibilities of a practicing scientist

contribute to new scientific knowledge in their subfield or speciality

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

More details

You may apply to this program year-round, but your application is due at least a month before your proposed entry term.

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biochemistry View 34 other Masters in Biochemistry in Canada

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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

Your bachelor’s degree should give you an appropriate background in biochemistry.
Preference for admission is given to students with at least a 77% (B+, 6.0 GPA, high Second Class in Britain) average in the last two years of undergraduate study.
You may also be considered with an equivalent of a minimum B (5.0 GPA) average over the last two years of your degree with a demonstrated record of research ability.
As part of your application, you must submit:
a letter of intent outlining your research interests and your reasons for wanting to study in this program
a current résumé
two reference names and their email addresses
post-secondary transcripts
proof of supervisor support

Tuition Fee

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International

5492 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2746 CAD per semester during 24 months.
National

4354 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2177 CAD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Victoria

1490 - 2092 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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