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Master of Science [M.S] [Biology] From McGill University

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Master of Science [M.S] (Biology)

STEM Course

2 years

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Biology

Ranked #46 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023

₹16.6 L/Yr

CA$27,010 /Yr

In the Department of Biology at McGill University, the faculty research the remarkable and often surprising ways in (or by) which life emerges, changes, grows and dies across a diversity of microbes, plants, and animals, including humans.
They offer courses in each of these areas, highlighting the breadth and depth of expertise of our faculty.
This degree will help you to understand the past, present, and future of the natural world that surrounds us, and better appreciate our own place within it.
The expected duration for completing the M.Sc. degree is 2 years. In some cases, 3 years may be required; students are however cautioned to avoid research projects that cannot be completed in 2 years.
M.Sc. students are required to earn additional 6-course credits during their degree.

Event	Application Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake	~~Jan 15, 2024~~

Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹1658414 (CAD 27010)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food	₹635490 (CAD 10350)
Transportation	₹46971 (CAD 765)
Health Insurance	₹73619 (CAD 1199)
Total Cost	₹756080 (CAD 12314)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree or its equivalent.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree or its equivalent from institutions with a NAAC rating of “A”.
The university degree, described above, must have been completed with a minimum standing of 3.3/4.0 or the equivalent, according to the grading scale on the transcript.

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

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

86 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

McGill Certificate of Proficiency in English or McGill Certificate of Proficiency - English for Professional Communication: Certificate of Proficiency awarded.
GRE is not required.

Required Document List

Followings are the required documents:

Official Transcripts: Students need to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline.
Two Reference Letter: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
CV/Resume: Students should probably provide a resume, a copy of their transcripts, as well as a copy of their statement of interest, and other relevant application material.
Academic documents.
English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS, etc.

Ranking

20232022202120202019

Biology 46 out of 1502 in Global Ranking

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

Biological Technician.
Biochemist.
Genetic Counselor.
Health Communications Specialist.
Health Educator.
Pharmaceutical / Medical Product Sales Representative.
Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner.
Medical and Health Services Manager.

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