Overview
Thesis work is carried out within an exceptionally vibrant research community comprised of more than 25 research groups. We typically have over 100 graduate students, 30 adjunct faculty and 10 postdocs working within these groups at any one time.
Features
- The Department of Biology at Dalhousie University offers graduate level training that spans multiple levels of biological organization.
- The goal of the program is to provide training in core scientific skills, expose students to a broad array of research activities, and instill in them the confidence to use this training to pursue their individual research interests as they develop.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology
- Ecology & Evolution
- Genetics & Genomics
- Marine Biology
- Biology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
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Biology View 56 other PhDs in Biology in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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
- Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended2.
- At least two academic references.
- A statement of research interest; CV is optional.
- English language proficiency scores (for international students only).
Tuition Fee
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International
10072 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10072 CAD per year during 48 months. -
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9316 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9316 CAD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Halifax
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