Doctor of Medicine [M.D]/Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Biochemistry)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Joint Program & On Campus
Field of Study:
₹1.9 L/Yr
CA$3,154 /Yr
- McMaster University offers a Doctor of Medicine/Doctor of Philosophy for a duration of 4 years.
- This program is an on-campus and thesis-based program.
- The MD/PhD program will be offered in an integrated format with specific blocks of time provided for activities either in full- or part-time studies in either program.
- Students must successfully complete the equivalent of three 700-level graduate half courses.
- The MD program must be completed during graduate research block (3 years).
- Attendance at MD/PhD program group meetings (faculty and students) will be held a minimum of 3 times annually.
- In addition, students must complete the PhD program requirements as outlined in the relevant section of the Graduate Calendar, including the PhD Candidacy Examination and the submission and defence of a research thesis.
- The department holds a one-day departmental workshop on research ethics, data presentation and scientific integrity.
- This is held in December and is mandatory for all first year graduate students.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 62,098 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | ₹193656 (CAD 3154) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Food (On-Campus) | ₹564573 (CAD 9195) |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | ₹298404 (CAD 4860) |
| Total Cost | ₹885265 (CAD 14418) |
| Health Insurance | ₹12464 (CAD 203) |
| Other Fees | ₹9824 (CAD 160) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete 4 year Honours BSc or BHSc degree from a recognized university.
- Students should complete these degree in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, medicine, microbiology or physics.
- Students hold a minimum academic standing of 10.5/12 (on the McMaster scale) or 3.5 on a 4 point scale in the final two years of the Bachelor’s degree study in courses relevant to the program.
- MD students must apply through OMSAS for Medical admissions, achieve a high score in the autobiographical submission, and complete the MMI exercise in April.
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 a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from an accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
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
86 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
60 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Separate statement submitted by the applicant regarding their suitability, motivation, and career plans in MD/PhD studies.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Diagnostic Molecular Scientist
- Geneticist
- Epidemiologist
- Biomedical Chemist
- Biostatistician
- Health Information Specialist
- Allied Health Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 6.7 L/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student₹ 12.4 L/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.1 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student₹ 5.2 L/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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