Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biological Sciences in Burnaby Canada | Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
|
Burnaby Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,198
(c. USD4,448.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science program offered by Simon Fraser University's Department of Biological Sciences combines demanding academic coursework with a research-based thesis project. Our research expertise spans three key areas: Cellular, Developmental & Molecular Biology; Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology; and Applied Biology.
Hone state-of-the-art research abilities within a collaborative and forward-thinking setting. As a graduate student in our department, you'll become part of a distinguished research community that's both expanding fundamental biological knowledge and developing practical solutions to global challenges including:
the decline of biodiversity and protection of endangered plant and animal species
harmful impacts of chemical and physical factors on living organisms
microbial influences on cellular structures, functions, and environmental remediation
genetic and evolutionary foundations of human health conditions (such as diabetes, Alzheimer's, autism spectrum disorders, and schizophrenia)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor’s degree from SFU or its equivalent from a recognized institution
A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0/4.33 (B), or a grade point average of at least 3.33/4.33 (B+) based on the last 60 units of undergraduate courses. Any graduate work is also considered. Individual graduate programs may set a higher admission grade point average.
Submitted evidence, usually references from qualified referees, of the applicant’s ability to undertake advanced studies in the area of interest.
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