Overview
The Ph.D. program trains students to become strong, independent researchers in the field of their choice. Our graduates take challenging positions in industry or take academic positions at universities and research labs.
The programme
In order to apply to the Ph.D. program, applicants should normally hold a master's degree in Computer Science or a closely related area, from a well-recognized university, but exceptional students can be admitted to the Ph.D. program directly without a master's degree.
Bioinformatics research lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The intention of the Bioinformatics option is to train students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field.
This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases and the use of algorithms and statistics.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Thesis
- Bioinformatics Seminar
- Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination
- Thesis Proposal and Area Examination
- Bioinformatics: Molecular Biology
- Bioinformatics: Proteomics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Bioinformatics View 6 other Masters in Computer Sciences in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online application and application fee
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- Writing sample/portfolio
- A research supervisor
- Study permits/student visas
Tuition Fee
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International
19082 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9541 CAD per semester and a duration of 36 months. -
National
4782 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2391 CAD per semester and a duration of 36 months.
Funding
McGill University is committed to provide financial support for graduate education. Through Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) and other academic units, McGill is working to increase the number of student fellowships and scholarships, exploring new avenues for student support, and making it easier to disburse existing funds. Our competitive funding support offers, coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living, makes graduate studies at McGill a wise educational investment.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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