Overview

At Biochemistry from University of Ottawa graduate students are actively involved in laboratory research, course work, and presentation of research seminars. Thus, they acquire autonomy in conducting research and in preparing publications.

Students at Biochemistry from University of Ottawa will:

achieve excellence in research.

demonstrate research skills and credibility as professionals in their area of research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General biochemistry

Molecular biology

Nutrition and metabolism

Analysis of -Omics Data

Physical and Chemical Methods in Biochemistry

Mitochondrial Medicine: Theory and Approaches

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

7

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree with a specialization or a major (or equivalent) in science with a minimum average of 75% (B+).

An MD (Doctor of Medicine) degree with a minimum average of 75% (B+).

A DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree with a minimum average of 75% (B+).

Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.

Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.

Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis.We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.

To register, you need to have been accepted by a thesis supervisor.

The supervisor’s name is required at the time of application.

2 Recommendation letters

Resume

A letter of intent (max. 3 pages)

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19442 CAD / year

≈ 19442 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5688 CAD / year

≈ 5688 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario residents: $2,456.70/ semester

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 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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Students at Biochemistry from University of Ottawa will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Ottawa

Funding

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