Master of Science [M.S] (Bioinformatics)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$10,538/Yr
CA$10,538 /Yr
- The University of Guelph offers an MSc in Bioinformatics for a duration of 2 years (4 terms).
- This course is offered on a full-time basis.
- In this program, students will typically take 6 semesters to work on a traditional thesis-based research project and write a thesis.
- This program will provide students with the opportunity to develop research and communication skills in bioinformatics at an advanced level.
- Areas of focus have included agricultural science, ecology, evolution, genetics, medicine, and veterinary science.
- Students will take four courses and can enter the program during any semester.
- The program is also affiliated with the M.Sc./M.A.Sc. Collaborative Specialization in Artificial Intelligence (CSAI) at the University of Guelph.
- 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 62,105 after completing this program.
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Important Dates
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$10538 (CAD 10538) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | CA$12000 (CAD 12000) |
| Meals | CA$4762 (CAD 4762) |
| Total Cost | CA$16762 (CAD 16762) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$10255 (CAD 10255) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants have an honors BSc with a minimum B (75%) standing in the last two years of full-time equivalent study.
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
- Applicants are not required to write the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Completed a master’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Required Document List
Required Documents are:
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Certificates: Certificates like High School or University/College Certificates are to be submitted of education qualification.
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Test Results: Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in student country, as proof of IELTS/TOEFL result scores is to be submitted.
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Career and Placement after Course
- Bioinformatics
- Healthcare/Life Sciences
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award | Scholarship per studentCA$ 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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