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PhD of Medical Biophysics

London, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Biophysics at the University of Toronto, offered through Medical Biophysics, covering cancer research and biophysics, mainly at the Princess Margaret, Sunnybrook and SickKids institutes.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop the ability to investigate research questions in Medical Biophysics
evaluate evidence critically
communicate findings
and contribute independent scholarly analysis. These outcomes are inferred from the research degree type.

Career outcomes

Potential pathways related to Medical Biophysics include health-related services
laboratory work
public health
research and further study. Individual roles may require further training
licensing or professional experience
employment is not guaranteed.

Curriculum

Doctoral study in Medical Biophysics: advanced graduate seminars and independent research leading to a thesis written under faculty supervision
with work centred on cancer research and biophysics
mainly at the Princess Margaret
Sunnybrook and SickKids institutes.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college
With preference given to those in a STEM (Science
Technology
Engineering and Math) discipline. Students with an admission average of >85%) who do not have a master’s degree will be considered for direct-entry placement into the program if space permits.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university, College or institute with evidence of research potential (direct entry from a bachelor's degree at the programme's discretion), Programme-specific supervisor, References and documents

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].

Other costs

Tuition per year	$7,794 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$31,242 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Department	Medical Biophysics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.