PhD in Biology is a doctorate in Biological Sciences programme offered by Université du Québec à Rimouski in Rimouski, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 22,459 per year (CAD 4,408 per year for local students).
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Biological Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 4,408 / year
International tuition: CAD 22,459 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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The Doctorate in Biology (Doctorat en biologie) is a 90-credit, third-cycle program comprising 14 credits of coursework and 76 credits of thesis research, aimed at developing advanced research capabilities in biology. Specialization areas include animal population genetics, adaptive biology, forest ecology, wildlife population dynamics, and evolutionary biology. Students also receive training in budget management, human resources, and pedagogy alongside their research work. Applicants must secure a research supervisor before being admitted to the program. Full-time study is delivered in person at the Rimouski campus and typically takes approximately four years to complete. The program is non-contingent and admits students in the fall, winter, and summer trimesters. Graduates are prepared for research and academic careers in the biological sciences. The program is offered at Universite du Quebec a Rimouski.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.20 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a research master's degree in biology or a related discipline, obtained with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on 4.3 or equivalent; applications with an average between 2.8 and 3.2 are reviewed by committee and may receive conditional acceptance. Students in a related master's program may apply for direct admission without completing their thesis if they have completed a minimum of 9 credits, achieved a minimum average of 3.3/4.3 at the bachelor's level, and maintain a minimum average of 3.6/4.3 at the master's level. Applicants must secure a research supervisor before admission. French language proficiency must be demonstrated, with an institutional French examination required upon arrival; applicants must also demonstrate sufficient knowledge of English.
