Master of Science [M.S] (Biochemistry and Microbiology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$7,920/Yr
CA$7,920 /Yr
- M.Sc in Biochemistry and Microbiology at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- This program focuses on fundamental questions and problems about health and the environment.
- Students will receive theoretical and hands-on training in advanced molecular techniques.
- Grad students will have access to our research facilities. These include the UVic Genome BC Proteomics Centre, as well as an in-house X-ray Crystallography suite, flow cytometry, and cell sorting facilities, and Next-Generation sequencing platforms.
- The MSc program consists of a minimum of 16 units.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For May Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$7920 (CAD 7920) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room And Board | CA$13323 (CAD 13323) |
Total Cost | CA$13323 (CAD 13323) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | CA$6177 (CAD 6177) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an undergraduate degree in BSc in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A grade point average of 77% or above (B+ average, 3.65 on a 4 point scale, high Second Class in Britain) in the work of the last two years (30 units) leading to the bachelor’s degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete a Bachelor’s (4 years) degree in BSc in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- The minimum grade score for a degree should be 77% or above (B+ average, 3.65 on a 4 point scale).
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
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Biotechnologist
- Research Scientist
- Clinical Scientist
- Research Associates
- Assistant Professor
- Clinical Research Associate
- Microbiologist
- Biomedical Scientist
- Pharmacologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Victoria University Future Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,500/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Deutschland Stipendium Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,363/Yr$4,363 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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