Biological Sciences
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    Biological Sciences

    University of Manitoba
    University of Manitoba
    Canada
    Canada, Winnipeg
    University Rank:#673
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    Duration6 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 2,874 / term
    Next IntakeJanuary 9, 2023

    Biological Sciences

    About

    Program details

    The Department of Biological Sciences offers a program of study leading to a PhD in Biological Sciences.

    Expected duration: 4 years

    The PhD program consists of a combination of coursework and a substantial thesis component.

    Tuition and fees: Two years tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years (refer to Graduate tuition and fees)

    In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section, students must:

    • Complete a minimum of 6 credit hours of graded course work at the 7000 level (including BIOL 7220)
    • Present at least one public seminar on their thesis
    • Complete and successfully defend a research-based thesis

    Sample course offerings

    • BIOL 7100: Core Skills in Biological Sciences Research
    • BIOL 7140: Advanced Physiology
    • BIOL 7220: Critical Thinking in Biological Sciences
    • BIOL 7230: Advanced Topics in Zoology
    • BIOL 7240: Wetland Ecology
    • BIOL 7360: Problems in Biological Statistics
    • BIOL 7450: Methods and Approaches to the Analysis of Biological Data Part 2
    • BIOL 7502: Cell and Developmental Biology
    • BIOL 7554: Molecular Biology of Eukaryotes (DNA)
    • BIOL 7880: Ecology Project Course

    For a full list of courses and descriptions of each, please visit the Academic Calendar.

    No matter where your interests in the life sciences may lie, the Biological Sciences department provides exceptional opportunities for learning and mentorship to all students.The PhD in Biological Sciences offers more intensive training in research and application in a broad range of biological disciplines.

    Disciplines

    Faculty of Graduate Studies

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    For entrance into the Master's program:

    • Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
    • A minimum grade of 70% in individual courses or B equivalent in the last two years of study, where a typical grade is:
    UM ScaleJordanian Scale
    A+90-100% (Excellent)
    A80-89% (Very good)
    B+75-79% (Good)
    B70-74% (Good)
    C+65-69% (Acceptable)
    C60-64% (Acceptable)
    D50-59% (Poor)
    F0-49% (Failure)

    For entrance into the PhD program:

    • Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 86

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    The application is split into different sections and asks you for your personal information, post- secondary education, a list of recommenders and more.

    If you've already gathered required materials, the online application will take about 30 minutes to complete. For your security, you will be logged out after 30 minutes of inactivity. Make sure to save your progress before leaving your application. You can save and return to your application at any time using the login ID and password that you chose.

    Education history

    If you attended a college that is associated with a university, you should list the university in the education history. For example, if you attended Jawahar Engineering College, which is affiliated with Anna University, you should list Anna University in your education history.

    Making changes to your application

    If you haven’t submitted your application yet, you can change your email address by going to your Biographical Data page and selecting the "Change Email" link found under the Email Address section. If you have already submitted your application, go to your Student Portal, select your application, select application overview, scroll to the bottom and select "Change Email Address."

    Once you submit your application, you are no longer able to make changes. If you have made an error on your application, please email [email protected] with your correction(s). Please include your name as it appears on your application and your applicant ID with your request.

    Submit your recommender information

    All letters of recommendation must be submitted directly to the university by the recommenders. You must formally request recommendations within the online application.

    After you enter your recommender’s name and email on the online application, they must complete the recommendation using our online system. We will not accept or upload paper copies of recommendation letters. Please be aware that helping or submitting the recommendation letter on behalf of your recommender is considered fraud and will result in an unsuccessful application.

    The referee process is a confidential process. All letters of recommendations are provided to the University of Manitoba in the strictest of confidence and will not be shared with the applicant. Participating in the drafting of your recommendation letter is discouraged. Helping write or submitting the recommendation letter on behalf of your recommender is considered fraud and will result in an unsuccessful application.

    Biological Sciences

    University of Manitoba

    University of Manitoba

    Canada

    Canada, Winnipeg

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