| This program is designed to provide qualified graduates in science and medicine with the background of experience suitable for a research career in clinical medicine or a career in teaching or research. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 to 79 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
A thesis-based Master’s degree (of at least 2 years in duration), or equivalent, in biochemistry, genetics, or a closely related field, from a Canadian university is required for direct admission to the Ph.D. program. In addition, a cumulative GPA of 3.5 (4.5 scale), or equivalent, in the courses taken during the Master’s program is required. Direct Admission from the Bachelor's Honours or equivalent: Direct entry from the Bachelor’s degree to the Ph.D. degree in this department would only occur in exceptional circumstances. Prospective students would be expected to have extensive research experience, in addition to an outstanding academic background, to be considered for this route. Admission will also depend upon the availability and willingness of a Faculty Member to supervise the student and resources to support the student's research. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or CanTEST [min. 4.5]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | The past academic performance of the applicant and assessments of referees. |
* 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.
