Overview

Key Facts

A research-intensive Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences program at McMaster University embracing a variety of diverse scientific areas of biochemistry including stem cells and cancer research, cell and human biology, microbiology and infectious diseases, and structural biology.

An MSc candidate must:

Present a thesis in a final oral examination that embodies the results of their original research
Have meetings with the supervisory committee every six months
Complete minimum one full (or two half) 700-level graduate courses with a minimum B- standing, which must include at least one half, 700-level in biochemistry. To learn more about our courses, visit our courses page.
Present one public 20-minute seminar in the departmental seminar program
Complete SGS 101 Academic Research Integrity and Ethics
Complete SGS 201 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Microbiology, immunology and drug discovery
Metabolism, cell biology and genomics
Stem cells and cancer biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, Canada

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Chemistry Biochemistry View 49 other Masters in Chemistry in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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92

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6.5

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General requirements

You must provide all post-secondary academic work completed to date. Please attach a scanned PDF version of your ORIGINAL transcript at the time you apply. If the transcript does not show that a completed degree has been conferred, any offer that is issued will be considered conditional upon the applicant demonstrating achievement of the appropriate academic standing (B+ or better) and providing proof. Electronic transcripts are acceptable for assessment purposes.
Statement of interest in pursuing graduate studies.This statement (along with a current resume or CV) must be uploaded to your application at the time you apply.
Two Confidential Reports from instructors most familiar with your academic work (for example, current or previous academic research supervisor, industrial supervisor, teacher or thesis advisor).
Proof of English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

27498 CAD / year

≈ 27498 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5632 CAD / year

≈ 5632 CAD / year

Living costs

Hamilton

Canada

1163 - 1630 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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