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PhD Biology at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Biology at Western offers research-intensive, thesis-based graduate training at the Masters' and the Doctoral level. We offer world class facilities, a stimulating and collegial training environment, and high profile research programs overseen by internationally recognized faculty. We study life from a variety of perspectives including ecology and evolution, molecular and cellular biology, and physiology and biochemistry. doctoral professional development program will help you become a career-ready graduate with the skills necessary to excel in your studies and achieve your future goals.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Duration: 12 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis-based programme, full-time, 12 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a thesis-based Master’s Degree in Biology or related discipline. Achieved at least a 78% overall average in the master's degree. Application deadline: Domestic Applicants: November 1 - Winter Term March 1 - Spring Term July 1 - Fall Term International Applicants: June 15 - Winter Term November 15 - Summer Term March 15 - Fall Term Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Students are typically notified within one month of receipt of a completed application. Most students apply for and are admitted for the Fall term, but January and May admissions are also considered.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes.

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