Biology (M.Sc) - Master [2 Years]
$11,694 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Biology

  • MSc in Biology at Queen’s University is offered as a 2-years program.
  • This university ranked #5 among medical-doctoral universities in Canada in Maclean's 2019 University.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
  • This program emphasizes interactive learning with hands-on laboratories, small senior seminar modules and field courses.
  • This department also offers opportunities for field study around the globe — from Argentina to Africa.
  • New to Biology is the Biotechnology program that works with living organisms and other biological systems to help us improve our lives by discovering new drugs, improving crop production, and helping to develop novel forms of sustainable energy.
  • Students will recognize the interdisciplinary nature of biotechnology.
  • The program will encourage students to take courses from several departments at Queen’s, everything from law to civil engineering to biomechanical and molecular sciences. 
  • The MSc program consists of 12 credits.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $11694 $11694
Total Fees $11694 $11694

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 88 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 60 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Applicants must have an Honors B.A. degree in Biology with a minimum second class standing from a recognized institution.
  • A GPA of at least 3.7/4 (A- grade) is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.