Master of Science [M.S] (Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
₹5.2 L/Yr
CA$8,548 /Yr
- McMaster University offers a Master of Science in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is a research-intensive program embracing a variety of diverse scientific areas of biochemistry including stem cells and cancer research, cell and human biology, microbiology and infectious diseases, and structural biology.
- The research areas of the program are:
- Microbiology, Immunology and Drug Discovery
- Metabolism, Cell Biology and Genomics
- Stem Cells and Cancer Biology
- Students for the M.Sc. degree is required to spend at least 1 calendar year in full-time study at McMaster University.
- The Students must complete, with at least B- standing, at least one full, 700-level graduate course (or two half-courses), which must include at least one half, 700-level graduate course in Biochemistry.
- The Biochemistry Graduate Program of study is an intensive and thesis research-driven, with a goal of the publication in peer-review journals by the second year of study.
- All MSc students are required to present one public seminar in the Departmental seminar program.
- Students who enter our graduate program with a B.Sc. may proceed directly into the Biochemistry Ph.D. program in approximately 12 months without writing up a Master’s thesis.
- The department provides various types of degree in this program such as:
- MSc in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences (2 years)
- PhD in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences (4 years)
- MD/PhD in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences (6-7 years)
- The average salary of the program goes up to 54,000 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | ₹524847 (CAD 8548) |
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 a 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent such as B.Sc., B.Eng., from a recognized university.
- Students must have a B+ minimum average grade in their final 2 years of study.
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 3-year UG degree must have a substantial background in science or a related field.
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
88 / 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.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Research Fellow
- Analytical chemist
- Biomedical scientist
- Pharma Associate
- QA / AC Associate
- Healthcare scientist
- Clinical biochemistry
- Food Safety Analyst
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per student₹ 6.1 L/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 6.7 L/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 61,400/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student₹ 12.4 L/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 12.3 L/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.1 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
Options Available
| Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Program Type | Tution Fees |
| M.S Biochemistry | full time | 2 years | on-campus, Thesis Based | ₹824049.4 |
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