- In the Department of Biology at McGill University, the faculty research the remarkable and often surprising ways in (or by) which life emerges, changes, grows and dies across a diversity of microbes, plants, and animals, including humans.
- They offer courses in each of these areas, highlighting the breadth and depth of expertise of our faculty.
- This degree will help you to understand the past, present, and future of the natural world that surrounds us, and better appreciate our own place within it.
- The expected duration for completing the M.Sc. degree is 2 years. In some cases, 3 years may be required; students are however cautioned to avoid research projects that cannot be completed in 2 years.
- M.Sc. students are required to earn additional 6-course credits during their degree.
McGill University, Montreal, Quebec - Courses & Fees
Montreal, QuebecUniversity Public College
₹17.3 L/Yr
CA$28,209 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake | - | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Application Deadline For Winter 2024 Intake | Feb 15, 2023 | Aug 15, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | ₹1658414 |
| Health Insurance | ₹73619 |
| Total Fees | ₹1732033 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing and Food | ₹635490 |
| Transportation | ₹46971 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree or its equivalent.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree or its equivalent from institutions with a NAAC rating of “A”.
- The university degree, described above, must have been completed with a minimum standing of 3.3/4.0 or the equivalent, according to the grading scale on the transcript.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
- McGill Certificate of Proficiency in English or McGill Certificate of Proficiency - English for Professional Communication: Certificate of Proficiency awarded.
- GRE is not required.
Required Document List
Followings are the required documents:
- Official Transcripts: Students need to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline.
- Two Reference Letter: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- CV/Resume: Students should probably provide a resume, a copy of their transcripts, as well as a copy of their statement of interest, and other relevant application material.
- Academic documents.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS, etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Biological Technician.
- Biochemist.
- Genetic Counselor.
- Health Communications Specialist.
- Health Educator.
- Pharmaceutical / Medical Product Sales Representative.
- Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner.
- Medical and Health Services Manager.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Sandhya and Swati Sharma MBA Leadership Award | ₹480332.2 | Yes | Mar 15, 2023 |
| Jared J. Davis Grant | ₹61400 | Yes | N/A |
| Australia Awards Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
| Debesh Kamal Scholarship | ₹85039 | Yes | N/A |
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