MSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology

MSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology

University of Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
MSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology
Duration2 Years
LevelMasters Program
  • The Program offers students the opportunity to receive research training in a broad range of life science disciplines at the cellular, sub-cellular and molecular levels
  • Students get access to the facilities and faculty expertise necessary to allow them to use modern techniques such as genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, X-ray crystallography, cell culture and microscopy in their research
  • The program offers exciting opportunities for research in these areas:
    • molecular and microbial pathogenesis
    • gene expression and cell signaling
    • diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees287199 INR
Hostel & Meals495178 INR
Insurance15301 INR
Transportation9354 INR
Grad Student Society8661 INR
UVic Athletics10278 INR
GSS Dental Plan13627 INR
GSS Extended Health23500 INR
Total575899 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
BachelorsNo specific cutoff mentioned
  • Applicant must have completed an undergraduate degree with sufficient background for graduate studies in Biochemistry and Microbiology
  • Priority is given to students with a grade point average (GPA) of 77% or above (B+ average, 3.65 on a 4 point scale, high Second Class in Britain)
  • However, the department will consider applications from students who have a minimum GPA of 73% (B average) if they have a demonstrated record of research accomplishment
ExamsTOEFL: 100

IELTS: 7
  • With no score of less than 6.5 on each academic component

GRE: Accepted
  • Not mandatory. However, International applicants with a GPA less than 6.5 or equivalent may strengthen their application by submitting the results of a recent General GRE
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