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Doctor of Philosophy in Biology (PhD) (Okanagan) at University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia, Canada

Programme overview

Research-based PhD centred on original research in biology, with a supervisory committee, dissertation proposal, oral candidacy examination and dissertation defence.

Faculty: Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Biology  |  Duration: 48 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Coursework is required only at the discretion of the advisory committee; students lacking upper-level work in taxonomy, physiology/cell biology, genetics/molecular biology, ecology/evolution or systematics must take it. An outreach or application requirement applies after candidacy.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government and industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic equivalent of a two-year UBC master's degree in biology or a related field with a B+ (76%) average or better and clear evidence of research ability (exceptional applicants with significant formal training and relevant experience may be admitted on committee recommendation). Application needs transcripts, English test where applicable, CV and three references.

Duration: 48 months

Apply through the official page: https://gradstudies.ok.ubc.ca/how-to-apply/

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