PhD Biological Sciences at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

No matter where your interests in the life sciences may lie, the Biological Sciences department provides exceptional opportunities for learning and mentorship to all students. The PhD in Biological Sciences offers more intensive training in research and application in a broad range of biological disciplines.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: The Biological Sciences (PhD) program accepts applications for Fall, Winter and Summer entry. | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a program of study leading to a PhD in Biological Sciences. The PhD program consists of a combination of coursework and a substantial thesis component.

Career pathways

A degree in biological sciences is your launchpad to a wide variety of career and professional opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission to the PhD in Biological Sciences program, you must have a minimum of a Master of Science (MSc) degree; however, under certain circumstances transfer from a MSc to PhD program and entry into the PhD without a MSc is possible. Individual qualifications other than these will be considered.

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; non-refundable. Deadlines are set per program.

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

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