Overview

About Biochemistry programme at the University of Toronto

Biochemistry is the study of the molecular events underlying biological processes. Consequently, it makes fundamental contributions to all disciplines concerned with living systems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar Course in Biochemistry

Scientific Skills for Biochemists
Students must submit a thesis (RST9999Y; Credit/No Credit) and successfully complete an oral examination on their research and related aspects of biochemistry.

Normally, MSc students are expected to participate as full-time students and to maintain full-time status in their laboratories until thesis completion and final defence.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Biochemistry's additional admission requirements stated below.
Normally, a minimum B+ average in the last two years of study in an honours or specialist BSc program in biochemistry or molecular biology. Applicants with strong academic credentials in honours or specialist programs in disciplines related to biochemistry or molecular biology are also considered.
Applicants arrange for personal reference forms from three individuals familiar with their academic performance.
Applicants who obtained a degree outside Canada or the United States are generally required to have an MSc degree in Biochemistry or in a closely related subject area.
Applicants who obtained a degree outside Canada must arrange for general Graduate Record Examination (GRE) results to be sent to the department.

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Toronto

1502 - 2563 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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