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PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques

PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques at Université du Québec à Montréal in Montréal, Canada is a postgraduate diploma in Pharmacy programme. The programme runs for 3 semesters. Tuition for international students is CAD 25,556 per total (CAD 3,118 per total for local students).

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Degree: Postgraduate Diploma

Field: Pharmacy

Duration: 3 semesters

Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / total

International tuition: CAD 25,556 / total

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

Information for the 2005/06 academic year · Last checked September 2026 · Source: etudier.uqam.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This 30-credit Diplome d'etudes superieures specialisees (DESS) is designed to strengthen graduates' competitiveness in the life sciences and biopharmaceutical sector through three components: advanced disciplinary training in life sciences and biomedical sciences, accelerated training in project management and human resources adapted to life-science enterprises, and practical experience through a mandatory internship in the private sector. Full-time students complete the program in three trimesters; part-time study runs six trimesters. Admission is offered for the fall and winter trimesters at Universite du Quebec a Montreal's Montreal campus. Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory spoken and written French, as well as the ability to read scientific and technical texts in English, since program materials draw on both languages. The program suits graduates in life sciences, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, microbiology, or related fields seeking industry-focused training.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.20 / 4.3

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in life sciences, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field, with a cumulative average of at least 3.2/4.3. Candidates with an average of 2.7-3.2/4.3, or with at least three years of relevant professional experience, may be considered following file review. Applicants must have satisfactory spoken and written French, and must be able to read scientific and technical texts in English.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Université du Québec à Montréal

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Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1969

Students: 34,845

Programs: 245

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques award?

Université du Québec à Montréal awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Pharmacy on completion of this programme.

How long does PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques take?

The programme runs for 3 semesters.

How much does PGDip in Sciences de la vie et biopharmaceutiques cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 25,556 per total (CAD 3,118 per total for local students).

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