MSc in Molecular and Cellular Biology - Molecular Biology and Genetics in Guelph Canada | University of Guelph

University of Guelph | Guelph Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 20,512
(c. USD14,706.26)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The MSC.MCB program provides five specialization options: 1) biochemistry; 2) cell biology; 3) microbiology; 4) molecular biology and genetics; and 5) plant biology. Students can also pursue interdisciplinary concentrations in Neuroscience or Toxicology.
This program aims to equip graduate students with advanced expertise in modern molecular and cellular biology, covering experimental methods, literature analysis, and effective communication. Graduates will develop the competencies required for conducting rigorous scientific investigations and will qualify for roles involving responsibility in academic settings (as educators or technical personnel), within biotechnology sectors (including food production, pharmaceuticals, biomedicine, and agriculture), or in government research facilities. They will also be well-positioned to pursue doctoral studies or transition into professional programs (such as law, medicine, or business) or teacher certification.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Molecular Bioscience Research, MedicinePharmacy, Public HealthNursing, Biotechnology, Science Communication and Education, Food Safety and Regulation


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

To be considered, applicants must have completed a four-year honours undergraduate science degree (or its equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Normally, the applicant must have achieved a “B” (75%) average or higher during the last two years of full-time study. In exceptional circumstances, students with a “B-minus” average (70%) will be considered provided there is strong supporting evidence of research aptitude and potential. Each applicant must obtain the support of a faculty member willing to serve as their thesis advisor and list them accordingly on their application for admission, at the time of its submission. All components of the application, including transcript(s), graduate certificate(s), grading scale(s), language test results, assessment forms, a statement of interest must be uploaded no later than two months after an application is submitted through the OUAC portal. Applications that are incomplete after this time period will be closed. International English Language Testing System (Academic) (IELTS) 6.5 , Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and (TOEFL Special Home Edition (iBT)) 89 A minimum score of 21 must be achieved in each of the four categories (listening, speaking, reading, writing) paper based- minimum score of 600

Tuition CAD 20,512

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