Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry in Burnaby Canada | Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
|
Burnaby Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,198
(c. USD4,443.71)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This program offers specialized academic and research preparation for careers in higher education, corporate research, or government roles, with a strong focus on hands-on research experience complemented by targeted coursework. Participants work alongside experts across various molecular biology and biochemistry (MBB) fields. Ideal candidates will be eager to employ state-of-the-art laboratory techniques and computational methods to solve biological, biochemical, or biomedical challenges. Both our MSc and PhD curricula combine rigorous research with academic studies, enabling you to explore fascinating scientific inquiries within your chosen field
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Students who possess a master of science (MSc) degree may apply to the molecular biology and biochemistry graduate program committee to be admitted to the doctor of philosophy (PhD) program. Exceptional students who have a bachelor of science (BSc) degree and relevant research experience may also be considered for entry.
English Language Requirements:
Internet-based TOEFL: 93 with minimum of 20 in each category
Paper-based TOEFL: 580 and TWE 5
IELTS (academic): overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section
CAEL: overall 70; minimum 60 in each section
Pearson Academic (PTE): overall 65; minimum 60 in all of their sections
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced - minimum score of 193; C2 Proficiency - minimum score of 200
Duolingo English Test (DET): Provisionally through the Fall 2026 admission cycle - Duolingo English Test (DET) 130 overall with a minimum of 120 in each section.
Tuition
CAD
6,198