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MSc Biological Sciences at University of Alberta

University of Alberta, Canada

Programme overview

Thesis-based master's in biological sciences with facilities for microscopy, molecular biology, biotechnology, aquatic research and extensive reference collections.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Research thesis, a minimum of 6 units of graded coursework (including one seminar or discussion course), a thesis proposal presentation, one term of graduate teaching, and ethics and professional development activities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Four-year undergraduate degree with a minimum admission GPA of 3.3; a willing supervisor and guaranteed minimum funding; departmental package, CV and three letters of reference.

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.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/admissions/index.html

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