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Concordia University - School of Graduate Studies

Biology (PhD)

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Faculty:

Faculty of Arts and Science

Degree:

Doctorate

Field of Study:

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Description:

The doctoral program in biology is research-intensive with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. Guided by a research supervisor and committee members, students develop expertise and master modern research methodology while expanding their knowledge and analytical and critical thinking skills. Students also develop an in-depth understanding of current scientific literature and enhance communication skills.

The main fields of research include cell biology, biochemistry, conservation biology, ecology and behaviour, evolutionary biology, genomics, microbiology, molecular biology, plant biology, population genetics, and proteomics.

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Biology (PhD) at Concordia University - School of Graduate Studies

Thesis Based:

Yes

Length:

4 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

International:

$22,162

Careers:

Biologists

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*	75
Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Applicants should have a Master of Scence in life sciences and will be assessed by the departmental Graduate Studies Committee on the basis of undergraduate and graduate grades, letters of reference, and research ability.
Test Scores:	Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 90] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
Application Notes :	A complete application includes an application fee, recent transcript, statement of purpose and indication of research area of interest. The statement of purpose should clearly articulate your interests in graduate studies and why you feel those interests will be best pursued in the Biology Department. In addition to the academic requirements, acceptance into biology graduate programs is contingent upon a minimum financial support of $15,000 a year. Full- time doctoral students without scholarship support will receive a minimum of $15,000 annually in return for work as teaching and laboratory research assistants. This funding will be renewable for two years at the PhD level, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Students admitted to the graduate programs are not ordinarily permitted to work outside the university.
Additional Admission Requirements:	Letter(s) of Reference Resume/Curriculum Vitae Statement of Research Interests Transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended. Confidential Reference Letters. Letter of Intent/Statement of Purpose. Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applicants whose prior degrees are not from an English or French-speaking university are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on November 25, 2021

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