PhD in Zoology in Vancouver Canada | The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 9,690
(c. USD6,997.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The University of British Columbia's Department of Zoology ranks among Canada's most comprehensive and robust life science departments, covering everything from molecular studies to ecosystem research. Housing around forty well-funded research teams, these groups are evenly spread across four interconnected focus areas: evolutionary studies, ecological and conservation science, physiological comparisons, and cellular/genetic/developmental research, with extensive cross-disciplinary collaboration. Our distinguished faculty includes Royal Society of London Fellows, US National Academy members, Royal Society of Canada Fellows, and holders of prestigious Canada Research Chairs. Students benefit from diverse research options, top-tier guidance, and cutting-edge laboratory and instructional resources.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) must have completed one of the following requirements prior to admission: a master's degree (or equivalent) from an approved institution, with clear evidence of research ability or potential and a minimum overall average in the B+ grade range (76-79% at UBC) in all graduate courses; a bachelor's degree, with one year of study in a master's program with 12 credits of first-class average, of which, normally, 9 credits must be at the 500 level or above and at least 9 credits must be of first-class standing, and clear evidence of research ability or potential. Transfer directly into a doctoral program is normally accomplished after the first year of study and will not be permitted after the completion of the second year in a master's program; or in exceptional cases, applicants who hold an honours bachelor's degree with an overall average in the A grade range and who demonstrate advanced research ability may be granted direct admission to a doctoral degree program on recommendation of the admitting graduate program and approval of the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.

English Language Proficiency Requirement

TOEFL (IBT) OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT

97
ibT Reading 22
ibT Writing 22
ibT Listening 22
ibT Speaking 22

IELTS OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT

6.5
IELTS Reading 6.0
IELTS Writing 6.0
IELTS Listening 6.0
IELTS Speaking 6.0

Tuition CAD 9,690

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