Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Molecular Genetics in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,210
(c. USD4,454.02)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Department of Molecular Genetics operates from the Medical Sciences Building, with close to 100 faculty members conducting research across multiple facilities including the Best Institute, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research, FitzGerald Building, Hospital for Sick Children, Mount Sinai Hospital, Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, and Princess Margaret Hospital.
Our Master of Science and PhD programs in Molecular Genetics provide research opportunities across diverse genetic models, from microorganisms to human systems. Students explore various areas including DNA repair mechanisms, gene expression regulation, developmental genetics in model organisms, molecular neurobiology, cancer biology, structural biology, and human genetic therapies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
An MSc degree in Molecular Genetics, or equivalent, from the University of Toronto or another recognized university. As a condition of admission, applicants who have completed their MSc outside of the Department of Molecular Genetics may be required to complete additional course requirements.
Normally, an MSc degree or equivalent with wet or dry lab experience related to molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and/or biochemistry is required. Applicants trained in other quantitative sciences (math, physics, chemistry, computer science, engineering, etc.) are also strongly encouraged to apply.
PhD Program (Transfer)
Transfer applicants must be enrolled in the Department of Molecular Genetics MSc program.
Students must have successfully completed the following:
MMG1001H (0.5 FCE)
MMG1003H (0.25 FCE)
MMG1004H (0.25 FCE)
MMG1113H (0.25 FCE)
MMG1114H (0.25 FCE).
Students must be enrolled in MMG1111H and MMG1112H in order to qualify to transfer to the PhD program.
PhD Program (Direct-Entry)
Students with a BSc degree, an MD degree, or equivalent may be accepted directly into the PhD program.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections: Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online: Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English: Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.
Tuition
CAD
6,210