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Biomedical Communications

University of Toronto
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #22
Tuition USD 34,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,050 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Dec, 2026
Delivery On-campus
Location Toronto, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Biomedical Communications at University of Toronto is a MSc programme in Communications & Media 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 communications & media. 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 Biomedical Communications 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 7
  5. Tuition: USD 34,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,050 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Toronto, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biomedical Communications programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Biomedical Media Design Field
  2. Biomedical Visualization Design Field

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A 4-­year undergraduate degree including the following prerequisite courses:

  • English (or an effective writing substitute)
  • A humanity or social science course
  • Biology
  • Cell and Molecular Biology and/or Histology
  • Introductory Physiology
  • At least one third or fourth year undergraduate course, from one or more of the following subject areas: Embryology, Histology, Cell biology, Molecular biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Immunology, Pharmacology or Genetics
  • At least a mid-­B standing (73-76% or 3.0 based on 4-point scale) in the final two years of undergraduate study.*
  • Online SGS application including all required documentation (transcripts, Letter of Intent, academic references, etc.).
  • Portfolio Application
  • English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 34,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,050 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 34,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,050 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 7

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of Toronto 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 Toronto

    University of Toronto logo

    University of Toronto

    Toronto, Canada

    public research university in the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, Canada

    University Profile
    • Application Deadline Dec, 2026
    • Start Date Sep, 2026
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months