University of Toronto Biochemistry

Contacts

Website: http://www.biochemistry.utoronto.ca/
Phone: 416-978-2702
Admissions e-mail: carol.gordon@utoronto.ca

Program Information

• Master’s Program (MSc)
  • After two years into the program, student has an option to apply to transfer into the PhD program
  • Research experience is an asset
• Doctor’s Program (PhD)

Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

• Degree: Master’s Program
  • bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or related areas
  • Students who completed the bachelor’s degree in a country other than Canada are required to have an MSc degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or in a related subject area
• Required Courses
  • Introductory survey courses in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BIOL200 (3 credits) and BIOC212 (3 credits) or BIOL201 (3 credits))
  • Two advanced courses in biochemistry (BIOC311, 312 (6 credits) or equivalent)
• Degree: Doctor’s Program
  • Master’s degree or equivalent

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GPA

• Minimum GPA: 3.3 during the last two years of study

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GRE

• International students require GRE General and GRE Subject (Biochemistry)
  • Minimum rank around 80th percentile
  • Outstanding applicants may have this requirement waived upon request
  • TOEFL scores are required
    • Minimum paper-based – 580 / TWE 5
    • Minimum computer-based – 237 / Essay rating 5
    • Minimum internet-based – 93 / Writing 22, Speaking 22
    • Waived if language of instruction is English

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Supporting Documents

• Three letters of reference – people who are familiar with academic/research capabilities
• Online application here
• Letter of intent – describes why you wish to enter the biochemistry graduate program
• Official Transcripts from all previous university programs attended

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Timeline

• May 2009 entry
  • February 27 – Encouraged deadline for international students
  • March 13 – Application deadline for May 2009 entry
  • March 31 – Deadline for supplemental documents
• September 2009 entry
  • June 1 – Application deadline for September 2010 entry
  • June 19 – Deadline for supplemental documents
• January 2010 entry
  • September 21 – Application deadline for January 2010 entry
  • October 5 – Deadline for supplemental documents
  • September 1 – Encouraged deadline for international students

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Tuition 2009-2010

• Domestic fees - $6 366
• International fees - $14 587

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