Admission Requirements

As a rule, most of our successful applicants have a strong academic background in basic science such as a B.Sc. honours degree with courses in microbiology, immunology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular genetics, etc. They also tend to have some relevant research experience such as an honours degree, summer research positions or co-op work terms.

Master's degree minimum requirements

• Four-year Bachelor's degree
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 in the last 60 credit hours (approximately two years) of study
• Degree granted by university of recognized standing

Doctor of Philosophy degree minimum requirements

• First-class thesis Master's degree or its equivalent
• Minmum GPA of 3.3 in the last 60 credit hours (approximately two years) of study
• Degree granted by university of recognized standing
• Most candidates for admisson to a doctoral program possess a Master's degree. Direct entry to some programs is possible for those with exceptional academic standing.

International Students

International students have to meet earlier application deadlines and English-language proficiency requirements.

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