Program Overview
The Chemical Biology at McMaster University is a MSc programme in Engineering 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 engineering. 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 Chemical 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hamilton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemical Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Organic Structure and Synthesis
- Mechanistic Biological Chemistry
- Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- Advanced Quantum Chemistry
- Recombinant DNA Technology and Gene Expression
- Advanced Topics in Gene Expression
- Structure and Function of Membranes and Macromolecules
- Biochemical Pharmacology
- Computational Biology
- Plant Metabolism and Molecular Biology
- Environmental Microbiology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Honours Bachelor\'s degree (or equivalent) in biology, chemistry or biochemistry
- Minimum B+ average in the final year of study
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact McMaster 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.
About McMaster University
McMaster University
Hamilton, Canada
public research university in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
