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Biology (PhD) at Concordia University

Concordia University, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD in Biology is a research-intensive program that will enhance your expertise while placing an emphasis on creativity and innovation. Our faculty members work in a wide variety of biological sciences, including (1) cell/molecular biology, genomic and synthetic biology; as well as (2) Ecology, evolution and conservation.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Science  |  Department: Biology  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall, Winter  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

Program options: Thesis. Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits. . Other courses in the list may be chosen upon recommendation of the supervisory committee and the Graduate Program Director:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission Requirements MSc degree in life sciences. At least a B average overall during the applicant’s undergraduate and graduate studies. A thesis supervisor chosen by mutual agreement among the student, the Graduate Studies Committee and the potential supervisor. Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programs admit for Fall, Winter (January) and Summer terms depending on the program; program pages state the start terms.

Graduate application deadlines vary by program; complete applications received by the deadline get priority and some programs continue accepting applications if space is available. The application fee is $103.00 CAD, non-refundable and payable by credit or debit card. Applications are submitted online with a Concordia Netname account.

Apply through the official page: https://www.concordia.ca/admissions/graduate.html

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