University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Biological Sciences - Microbiology and Biotechnology

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Faculty:Science
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Microbiology, General
Areas of Research:Biological Sciences; Ecology; Microbiology and Biotechnology; Molecular Biology and Genetics; Physiology, Development and Cell Biology; Plant Biology; Systematics and Evolution.
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,827

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Careers:BiologistsMicrobiologists

Description:

The Department has facilities for digital image processing, electron and confocal microscopy, analytical chemistry, molecular biology, fermentation, biotechnology, DNA synthesis and sequencing, cultivation of microbial cells and cells of yeasts, plants, insects and mammals. Facilities include large holding tanks for aquatic animals, and controlled environment rooms including an extensive greenhouse complex. Extensive reference collections are available for research with microfungi, vascular and cryptogamic plants as well as vertebrates and invertebrates, including major collections of fishes, fossil plants and vertebrates, insects and parasites.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*83
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    At minimum, applicants require an appropriate previous degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta with a 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale on the most recent two years of full-time study.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7]
    Application Notes : You also need to attach a scanned version of your transcripts and proof of English proficiency.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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