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Master of Biology

Mount Allison University

  • Sackville, Canada
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Biology at Memorial University.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying Biology can develop the ability to apply core scientific or quantitative methods
  • Interpret evidence
  • Test hypotheses and present results with appropriate limitations
  • And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Laboratory Technician
  • Research Assistant
  • Biotechnology Specialist

Curriculum

  • Courses
  • A comprehensive examination and a thesis with defence
  • The page gives no further detail.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Four-year BSc with minimum 3.0 on a 4.3 scale
  • Research experience and a confirmed Mount Allison supervisor.. Entry grade detail: 3.0 CGPA on a 4.3 scale.

Accepted academic background

Four-year Bachelor of Science (or equivalent from a university of recognised standing) with minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 on a 4.3 scale and research experience in the field, Case-by-case for international students from institutions with different academic norms, Letter of support from a Mount Allison supervisor with funding plan, Two reference letters, CV and letter of intent.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 90
  • PTE Academic 60
  • Duolingo 110
  • Cambridge 176
  • Institutional test CAEL 70

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • CV or Resume.

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and deadlines: apply by 1 June (September start)
  2. 1 October (January) or 1 February (May). Contact a potential supervisor first. A committed supervisor is needed. Submit the graduate application form (no application fee). Send CV
  3. Letter of intent
  4. Official transcripts
  5. Two reference letters
  6. Supervisor funding letter and English proof if needed to [email protected]. Receive the offer from the Registrar. Apply for a study permit with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year$5,010 CAD
Application fee$125 CAD
Deposit$975 CAD

Program details

CampusSackville
Faculty or schoolGraduate Studies
DepartmentBiology
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteInstitution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    11 Jan 2026

    Closed
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    3 Jan 2027

    50 days left
  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    31 Jan 2027

    78 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.