Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Bioinformatics)
STEM Course
3 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$9,840/Yr
CA$9,840 /Yr
- The University of Guelph offers a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics for a duration of 3 years.
- This course is offered on a full-time basis.
- This program will provide students with the opportunity to develop research and communication skills in bioinformatics at a world-class level.
- Students will take at least one course and complete a qualifying exam.
- This program is designed for students with little to no formal background in statistics and programming, yet provide with the skills to analyze datasets and develop new bioinformatics approaches.
- It is thesis-based degrees that provide the opportunity to perform international level research in bioinformatics in order to develop new tools and new models to explain biology.
- The faculty and student ratio for this program are 1:17.
- University is located in Guelph, one of the 10 best places to live in Canada.
- With more than $80 million annually in research funding, it is one of Canada's most research-intensive universities.
- The total strength of the university is 29,507 students. As per the record, the number of enrolments has been increasing rapidly due to which the university decided to expand its campus area and develop more faculty buildings.
- More than 1,200 international students come from all over the world to study at Guelph.
- The average salary goes up to 54,228 after completing this program.
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Important Dates
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For all other Bioinformatics applications (MSc.BINF and PhD.BINF), applications are accepted on a rolling/ongoing basis. Please contact the department directly for more information. |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$9840 (CAD 9840) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | CA$12000 (CAD 12000) |
| Meals | CA$4762 (CAD 4762) |
| Books and Supplies | CA$1500 (CAD 1500) |
| Health Insurance & Others | CA$1369 (CAD 1369) |
| Total Cost | CA$19631 (CAD 19631) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students entering the Ph.D. program will have completed a Master's of Bioinformatics, an M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, or a Master's in a related discipline with a minimum average of A- (80% and higher).
- Applicants without a Master's degree (i.e., direct entry) will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Bioinformatics graduate program committee.
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The student has graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent.
- Students must have graduated from a university or college in a related field or equivalent.
Required Document List
Required Documents are:
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Certificates: Certificates like High School or University/College Certificates are to be submitted of education qualification.
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Test Results: Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in student country, as proof of IELTS/TOEFL result scores is to be submitted.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 33,115/Yr$33,115 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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