University of Toronto Biochemistry
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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
- 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)
- 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
- January 2011 entry
- September 20 – Application deadline for January 2010 entry
- October 4 – Deadline for supplemental documents
- September 1 – Encouraged deadline for international students
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Tuition 2011-2012
- Domestic fees - $ 6 621
- International fees - $16 082
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