MSc Biochemistry and Medical Genetics at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

Immerse yourself in graduate studies with the Biochemistry and Medical Genetics (MSc), which explores cancer, computational biology, epigenetics, genetic basis of development and disease, and regenerative medicine.

Faculty: Rady Faculty of Health Sciences | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences offer a two-year program of study leading to a Biochemistry and Medical Genetics (MSc). After that, a continuing fee will apply in the third term and any subsequent terms.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission to the Biochemistry and Medical Genetics (MSc) program, you must meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree: You need a four-year bachelor's degree with a background in biochemistry, genetics, or a closely related subject area. GPA: You must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.5 scale in the last two years of study. Additionally, there should be no grade lower than C+ in any biochemistry, genetics, or life science course. NOTE: In addition to the requirements listed here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

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.

Entry in Fall, Winter or Summer term. Fall applications open July 1 of the year before term start, Winter applications open September 1 two years prior to term start, Summer applications open April 1 of the year prior to term start.

Graduate application fee: $100 CAD domestic, $130 CAD international; additional application fees apply for Physician Assistant Studies ($25) and Preventive Dental Sciences (Orthodontics) ($50). Fee is non-refundable; pay by Visa or MasterCard, cheque, money order or Convera. Deadlines are set per program.

Apply through the official page: https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/apply

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