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Quantitative Life Sciences (PhD)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•World Rank #73

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Quantitative Life Sciences (PhD) is a doctorate in Religious Studies programme offered by McGill University in Montréal, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Religious Studies
International tuition: CAD 9,581 / semester

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Quantitative Life Sciences is offered jointly by the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Faculty of Science. It is an interdepartmental, interfaculty program covering systems biology, computational and mathematical biology, dynamic systems, quantitative ecology, computational genomics, bioinformatics and biostatistics, biophysics, and computational neuroscience. In their first year, students rotate through three different research groups before choosing a thesis supervisor and settling into a lab for the remainder of the degree. All first-year students take a foundations course introducing computational, mathematical, and statistical approaches used across the life sciences. The program also runs a weekly research seminar featuring guest speakers from across the quantitative life sciences. The program develops skills in literature synthesis and communicating complex ideas, preparing graduates for careers in academia or industry. Admission is in the Fall term.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants need an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, plus proof of English-language proficiency. Specific application documents vary by program; consult the program website for details.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

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Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
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Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Quantitative Life Sciences (PhD) award?

McGill University awards a Doctorate in the field of Religious Studies on completion of this programme.

How much does Quantitative Life Sciences (PhD) cost?

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

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