Program Overview
The Biochemistry at University of Western Ontario is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biochemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: London, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biochemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Current Topics in Epigenetics
- Scientific Communication
- Yeast Molecular Genetics
- Protein Structure & Regulation in Adherens Junctions
- Using Structural Information
- Translational Res in Biochemistry
- Cell Signalling & Gene Expression
- Systems & Synthetic Biology
- Regulating with Small RNAs
- Cancer Biology
- Molecular Biology of the Cell Division Cycle
- Advance Methods in Biochemistry
- Topics in Membrane Proteins
- Advanced Protein NMR
- Molecular Targeted Therapy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- BSc in biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology or closely related disciplines.
- Minimum 78% GPA in the undergraduate degree.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Western Ontario directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Western Ontario
University of Western Ontario
London, Canada
public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
