Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biology (Okanagan) in Kelowna Canada | The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia
|
Kelowna Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,690
(c. USD6,923.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The biology graduate program at UBC's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, British Columbia provides top-tier research-focused degrees within an intimate, collaborative academic environment.
Our vibrant faculty and student body participate in diverse research initiatives, frequently partnering with government entities, non-profit organizations, and private sector companies.
Our research-intensive MSc and PhD programs in biology equip students with comprehensive theoretical knowledge, hands-on skills, analytical capabilities, and practical experience applying scientific findings to address real-world challenges.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
International PhD applicants are expected to:
hold the academic equivalent of a two-year master’s degree from UBC in biology or a related field, with a B+ (76%) average or better
demonstrate clear evidence of research ability or potential
present evidence of competency to pursue studies in the English language (please see details below)
Your background training must be sufficient for advanced work in your chosen field.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): minimum score of 550 (paper version); 90 overall with a minimum score of 22 in Reading & Listening and a minimum score of 21 in Writing & Speaking (Internet version), or
IELTS (International English Language Testing Service): minimum overall band score of 6.5, with no individual component score less than 6.0, or
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery): minimum overall score of 85, with a final score of 3 in the speaking test
Tuition
CAD
9,690