Overview

Our research interests include:

molecular and cell biology;

the regulation of gene and protein expression;

signal transduction;

protein structure and function;

membrane biology;

cell death and differentiation;

embryonic development;

neurobiology;

bioinformatics;

cancer.

Specialized graduate training programs in Chemical Biology, Human Systems Biology (Bioinformatics), Cancer Research/Oncology, and Structural Biology are available. Laboratories are located in the new Bellini Life Sciences Building and Goodman Cancer Research Centre, and the renovated McIntyre Medical Sciences Building, together comprising one of the best-equipped research facilities in Canada. The outstanding quality of our research has been recognized by recent awards including a Gairdner Award, two Killam Prizes, and eight Canada Research Chairs.

Funding

Biochemistry Master's students at McGill University receive a minimum stipend of $20,000 annually; doctoral students receive $22,000. The Department is committed to helping graduate students secure adequate funding for their research. All students are financially supported either by their supervisor or through fellowships or scholarships. Prospective students are urged to make every effort to secure their own funding. Applications may be made for a variety of fellowships administered by the University or by various federal, provincial, or private agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thesis Research

Seminars in Biochemistry

Advanced Strategies in Genetics and Genomics

Genomics and Gene Expression

Macromolecular Structure

Protein Biology and Proteomics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Montréal, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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86

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General requirements

Online application and application fee

Transcripts

Letters of recommendation

Personal statement

Writing sample/portfolio

A research supervisor

Study permits/student visas

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Tuition Fees

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20726 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

9446 CAD / year

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Additional Details

Quebec Residents: 1,513.35CAD

Living costs

Montréal

Canada

1074 - 1759 CAD / month

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