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Tuition USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Montréal, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Biology at McGill University 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 Biology 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Québec, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Molecular Biology and Genetics;
  2. Cell and Developmental Biology;
  3. Ecology, Biodiversity, and Conservation;
  4. Evolution;
  5. Neurobiology;
  6. Bioinformatics;
  7. Plant Biology.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Choosing a Supervisor
Please list the names of any professors with whom you would be interested in working on the Web Application under "Supervisor preference". You should also contact them individually (by phone, letter or email) at the same time or shortly before you submit your application.Please see the list of Faculty members to view the contact information as well as their areas of research.
  • CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average)
Applicants must have a B.Sc. in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study with an overall Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 or a Grade Point Average of 3.2/4.0 in the last two full-time academic years. Students who wish to be fast tracked to Ph D1 with a B Sc, must have a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.
  • Transcripts
As of Fall 2013, students are required to upload unofficial transcripts in support of their web applications.
  • Letters of Recommendation
Referees will be contacted and instructed by McGill about how to upload their letter of reference to the system.The department requires applicants to provide two letters of recommendation from instructors familiar with their work; McGill undergraduates who wish to ask their prospective McGill supervisor to write a letter on their behalf must submit a total of three letters of recommendation. There is NO SPECIAL FORM for the reference letters.

The e-mail communicating the electronic letter must be sent from a valid institutional or corporate e-mail address (domain). Electronic letters sent from public domain addresses such as Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail or Videotron cannot be accepted.

Letters must be specific as to which program the student has applied to and must include information that would aid an admissions committee in making an informed decision.

Letters must be dated and must not be more than 12 months old; this time period conforms to best practices for other documents submitted in support of an application to GPS.

The referee must indicate his/her position and full contact information at the institution, to allow for 3rd party verification when necessary.
  • Research Proposal
Please provide a brief description of your proposed research (1/2 page maximum)
  • Personal Statement
An essay (1 page maximum) in which the applicant describes their reasons for applying to graduate studies in Biology and reviews prior research experience, educational and professional goals, and other qualifications the applicant feels to be significant.
  • CV
The CV (2 page maximum) should include (where applicable) academic credentials; research, teaching, and other work experience; honors, awards, grants, fellowships, publications, and other significant achievements.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact McGill University 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.

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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