Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- Thesis – 12 terms (4 years)Duration
- Main Campus (St. Catharines), CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Mathematics and ScienceField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Main Campus (St. Catharines)Campus
- PhDAwards
- $20,176Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The Biotechnology program encompasses the broad field of chemical and gene biotechnology. Chemical biotechnology involves the use of the tools and techniques of chemistry to understand and manipulate biological processes.
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Gene biotechnology involves the use of DNA technology, bioinformatics and microbiological techniques to study biological phenomena.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Admission requirements: Check the university requirements and the program requirements . | Complete the online application and submit the non-refundable application fee. | You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program specific materials: | Three professional or academic references are required. | Statement of Research Interest: No more than two pages in length, in which applicants indicate their career aspirations/plans, specific research interests, and experience relevant to their interests. If a potential thesis supervisor has been contacted, they must be identified in the statement of intent. | Acceptance into the program requires that a faculty member in the Biotechnology program agrees to supervise the student’s research program. Prospective students are thus recommended to contact potential supervisors. If a potential thesis supervisor has been contacted, this should be identified in the statement of research interest. See the program website for information regarding participating faculty . · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60 · English test waiver: Exemption available: post-secondary study of three or more years (master's applicants) or two or more years (doctoral applicants) at an institution in one of Brock's exempt countries where English was the primary language of instruction. Waivers are approved rarely and only in exceptional circumstances, via the English Language Proficiency (Self-Report) form on the Brock Portal. Pathway agreements exist with ILAC (University Pathway III, Level 3.3), ILSC (UPP Advanced Level 2) and CLLC (UPP Level 7), but these do not satisfy programmes with higher requirements. Source: https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (OUAC, non-refundable)
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$20,176 CAD / year≈ $14,835 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsBrock publishes graduate funding and awards through the Faculty of Graduate Studies (Brock Horizon Graduate Scholarship, FGS awards, international sponsorships/scholarships); no single automatic entry award is published for international graduate applicants. SeeView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall — May 15 | Winter — September 15 | Spring — January 15
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Biotechnology (PhD) cost?
CAD 20,176 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
Thesis – 12 terms (4 years), as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Admission requirements: Check the university requirements and the program requirements . | Complete the online application and submit the non-refundable application fee. | You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program specific materials: | Three professional or academic references are required. | Statement of Research Interest: No more than two pages in length, in which applicants indicate their career aspirations/plans, specific research interests, and experience relevant to their interests. If a potential thesis supervisor has been contacted, they must be identified in the statement of intent. | Acceptance into the program requires that a faculty member in the Biotechnology program agrees to supervise the student’s research program. Prospective students are thus recommended to contact potential supervisors. If a potential thesis supervisor has been contacted, this should be identified in the statement of research interest. See the program website for information regarding participating faculty . · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60 · English test waiver: Exemption available: post-secondary study of three or more years (master's applicants) or two or more years (doctoral applicants) at an institution in one of Brock's exempt countries where English was the primary language of instruction. Waivers are approved rarely and only in exceptional circumstances, via the English Language Proficiency (Self-Report) form on the Brock Portal. Pathway agreements exist with ILAC (University Pathway III, Level 3.3), ILSC (UPP Advanced Level 2) and CLLC (UPP Level 7), but these do not satisfy programmes with higher requirements. Source: https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (OUAC, non-refundable)
Is there a scholarship?
Brock publishes graduate funding and awards through the Faculty of Graduate Studies (Brock Horizon Graduate Scholarship, FGS awards, international sponsorships/scholarships); no single automatic entry award is published for international graduate applicants. See View scholarship page
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