Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Cellular Biology

The College of Biological Science is a globally-recognized academic faculty with a mission to expand the understanding of life, from DNA to cells to complex ecosystems. It produces intrepid and interdisciplinary research in a student-centred learning environment that encourages and promotes comprehensive understanding of the systems that govern life.
The PHD.MCB program is offered in five fields: 1) biochemistry, 2) cell biology, 3) microbiology, 4) molecular biology and genetics, and 5) plant biology. There are also opportunities for collaborative specializations in the areas of Neuroscience and Toxicology.The objective of the program is to develop independent and creative scientists specializing in molecular and cellular biology. Graduates will be prepared for positions as scholars in academic institutions, as leaders in the research and development sector of the biomedical and other industries or government agencies, and in social institutions.

Students who have achieved an A-minus (80%) average or higher during the last two years of full-time study while completing a four-year honours BSc program (or its equivalent) and who provide evidence of research aptitude and potential based on laboratory research experience may apply to enter the PhD program directly, or

An MSc student may apply to transfer to the PhD program before completing the MSc degree. To be eligible for transfer, the student must have completed a high-quality undergraduate degree with a grade average of B+ or higher. Before applying for transfer to the PhD program students must complete MCB*6500 (MSc Research Topics in Molecular and Cellular Biology) plus an additional course with at least 0.5 graduate course credit, attaining an overall A minus average (at least 80%). Applications for transfer must be approved by the end of the fourth semester in the MSc program.

Applicants may have completed a recognized Masters degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum academic standing of A-minus (80%).

IELTS - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.

TOEFL- internet based : minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21
The TOEFL Tests
paper based- minimum score of 600
Computer Based- minimum score of 250