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MSc Biochemistry at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Biochemistry is used to study living systems at the molecular level. The research of our MSc students spans a variety of interconnected fields that aim to understand and treat human disease and improve human health and well-being. Several groups are studying human genetics, genome dynamics and epigenetics, and the regulation of gene expression, including the regulatory roles of RNA. Others are focused on protein structure and function, proteomics, and cellular signalling. Computational approaches and bioinformatics are becoming increasingly integrated into biochemical research.

Faculty: Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry  |  Duration: 6 Terms (Thesis-based)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Project-based or thesis-based programme, full-time, 6 Terms (Thesis-based) in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

BSc in biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology or closely related disciplines. Minimum 78% GPA in the undergraduate degree. Application deadline: Fall (September start) Domestic: July 1 International: June 1 Winter (January start) Domestic: Oct 15 International: Sep 1 Summer (May start) Domestic: Feb 15 International: Jan 1

Graduate programmes charge Fall, Winter and Summer terms; Ivey MBA Direct has a July intake, the Accelerated MBA a November intake, and the Executive MBA September and February intakes. Deadlines and intake terms vary by programme.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. Applications are made through Western's online graduate application. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes; $290 for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MSc OT) and Physical Therapy (MPT); $150 for Ivey MBA and Ivey MSc; $350 for Orthodontics.

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