Program Overview
The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at University of Toronto is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 16 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 Ecology and Evolutionary 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: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 20,530 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,030 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology 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
- Philosophy & Methods
- Special Topics in Ecology/Evolution: Parasites in Communities
- Special Topics in Ecology/Evolution: Mutualisms
- Physiological Ecology
- Special Topics in Ecology: Plant-animal Interactions
- Phylogenetic Principles
- Molecular Evolution
- Systematic Botany
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants to the graduate program must be accepted by a faculty member who agrees to supervise them and to fund their research. Students cannot be admitted until they have the support of a faculty member.
- Admission decisions are based on academic achievement as reflected in your academic transcript and on research potential as indicated by research experience and letters of support from referees.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,530 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,030 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,530 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,030 (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
Toronto, Canada
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2013-01-18
- Start Date 2018-05-16
- Language English
- Duration 16 months