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Plant Science (PhD)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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Plant Science (PhD) at McGill University in Montréal, Canada is a doctorate in Natural Sciences programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Natural Sciences
International tuition: CAD 9,581 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Plant Science is offered by the Department of Plant Science in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The program is research-intensive, developing skills in literature review, data collection, and scientific communication for careers in academia or industry, and can be pursued with a Bioinformatics option or a Neotropical Environment option involving coursework based in Panama. Research areas include plant production, physiology, development, cell biology, genomics, horticulture, pathology, breeding, and bioinformatics, supported by facilities including the Horticultural Research Centre, the McGill University Herbarium, and a field phenomics platform. Admission requires an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and evidence of English-language proficiency. The program admits students in the Fall and Winter terms. Graduates pursue careers in academia, government, and the private sector.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: An eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, plus evidence of English-language proficiency.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Plant Science (PhD) award?

McGill University awards a Doctorate in the field of Natural Sciences on completion of this programme.

How much does Plant Science (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

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