Overview

Study systems in the Biology program from York University include a host of model and non-model organisms, as well as humans. York provides state-of-the-art facilities (e.g. molecular core facilities, mass spectroscopy) and encourages interaction among disciplines.

Features

Join ongoing research in pure and applied biology including: molecular structure and interactions; genomics and proteomics; physiology; conservation biology, community and ecosystem studies; neurobiology

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Animal physiology

Ecology and evolution

Molecular and cellular biology

Biology

Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

91

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Duolingo English Test

130

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 50 other PhDs in Biology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

91

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Duolingo English Test

130

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

3 recommendation(s)

Statement of interest

Resumé or CV

Tuition Fee

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International

12000 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6000 CAD per semester during 36 months.
National

2870 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1435 CAD per semester during 36 months.

Living costs for Toronto

1502 - 2563 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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