Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology

University of Saskatchewan

Canada, Saskatoon

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University of Saskatchewan

Canada , Saskatoon

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 4,698 / year

Next Intake January-2023

Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology

About

Program

Program	Expected Length	Project and/or thesis	Course based
M.Sc.	2 years
Ph.D.	4 years

The Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology offers graduate programs leading to M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees. The Department has the expertise necessary for the instruction and training of advanced students in areas that include cellular and molecular biology of eukaryotes, microbial genetics and physiology, virology, immunology, vaccinology, enzymes, metabolic pathways, and the synthesis structure, and function of proteins and nucleic acids.

Key research areas include:

Analytical biochemistry
Cell biochemistry
Cell biology and cancer
Enzymes and metabolism
Host-pathogen interactions
Immunology
Molecular genetics/Microbial physiology
Molecular virology
Nucleic acids and gene expression
Plant biochemistry
Protein structure and molecular mechanism
Tumor Biology/Immunology

While at the University of Saskatchewan, you will have access to state of the art facilities and research centers including:

Canadian Light Source, Canada's only synchrotron
Saskatchewan Centre for Cyclotron Sciences (SCCS)
Saskatchewan Cancer agency
Core Mass Spectrometry Facility
Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre
National Research Council Plant Biotechnology Institute
Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization International Vaccine Centre (VIDO)
Western College of Veterinary Medicine

The Department selects graduate students from among a wide pool of applicants, including honours students in biochemistry, microbiology and immunology at the University of Saskatchewan, as well as Canadian and foreign students with degrees in biochemistry, microbiology, immunology and related disciplines. Typically, new students enter into a MSc program and are transferred in their second year to a Ph.D. program, upon demonstrated performance in graduate coursework, satisfactory laboratory research progress, and the successful completion of a Ph.D. qualifying examination.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
- A minimum overall TOEFL score of 90 is required with a minimum score of 20 in each area, or a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each area, or another approved test as outlined in the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Academic Policies.
Acumulative weighted average of at least a 75% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units). Students with a lower average may be accepted under exceptional circumstances.
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
- A minimum overall TOEFL score of 90 is required with a minimum score of 20 in each area, or a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each area, or another approved test as outlined in the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Academic Policies.
A master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline
A cumulative weighted average of at least a 80% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in master's program).

English Program Requirements

The language of instruction and examination at the University of Saskatchewan is English. In order for students to understand, communicate and be successful in programs at the university, an acceptable level of academic English is required. You may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 4,698 / year

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