Master of Science [M.S] (Biochemistry)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$19,362/Yr
CA$19,362 /Yr
- M.Sc Biochemistry at Western University is offered as a full-time basis for a duration of 2-year.
- Ranked 4th in Canada’s best universities by student satisfaction in Maclean’s Rankings 2020
- The Department of Biochemistry offers MSc with thesis-based degrees require completion of a research-intensive thesis, course work, and participation in a seminar program.
- Research programs are categorized into six major areas: genome dynamics, epigenetics and gene expression; human genetics and clinical biochemistry; macromolecular structure and dynamics; signal transduction and intracellular communication; proteomics; bioinformatics. State-of-the-art facilities are available in the areas of protein structure, genetics and proteomics, and cellular signal transduction.
- The Student to ratio is 24:1.
- The Employment rate of Western University is 91%.
- Students can apply for scholarship programs initiated by the Government of Canada up to 40,664 USD per year.
- The living cost range in Canada is 4,500 USD – 10,800 per year.
- The average salary goes up to 81,500 USD after completing this program.
- Students have career opportunities to work as:
- Academic researcher.
- Analytical chemist.
- Biomedical scientist.
- Biotechnologist.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$19362 (CAD 19362) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | CA$12262 (CAD 12262) |
| Health Insurance | CA$2226 (CAD 2226) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$9974 (CAD 9974) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete a science bachelor’s honors degree in computer science or a highly related discipline.
- Or, bachelor's (4-year, honors degree) or equivalent from a recognized degree-granting institution.
- GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 2 years of study is required to be eligible for this program.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, completed graduation in B.Sc.(H) Computer Science or B.Sc. Applied Physical Sciences with Mathematics and Computer Science.
- Or, completed a B.Sc (General) degree from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of your experience and skills.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
- Exam scores like GMAT, GRE are to be submitted.
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Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in:
- Academic researcher.
- Analytical chemist.
- Biomedical scientist.
- Biotechnologist.
- Clinical research associate.
- Clinical scientist, biochemistry.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Goa Education Trust Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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Comments
Students applying for admission in the master programs of Western University must have a minimum of 70% overall average in the last 2 full-time years of the undergraduate degree. Besides the GPA requirement there are certain program-specific requirements as well.