Offered by Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Cellular and Molecular Biology (PhD) is a doctorate in Molecular Biology programme. The programme runs for 4 years.
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Molecular Biology
Duration: 4 years
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This PhD programme trains researchers in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on gene expression, cell regulation, and the molecular mechanisms underlying disease. Students design and carry out an original research project using techniques in molecular biology and genetic engineering, under the direction of a confirmed thesis supervisor. The credential awarded is a Philosophiæ doctor (Ph.D.). The programme comprises 90 credits, with an estimated full-time duration of four years, structured around coursework, a comprehensive examination, and a doctoral thesis. Instruction is delivered in French. The programme is built around independent research training rather than lecture-based coursework, preparing graduates for careers in academic research, biotechnology, and the health sciences. New students are admitted in the fall, winter, and summer terms.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a master's degree in biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates with a master's in a related discipline may be admitted but could be required to complete additional preparatory coursework. Before applying, candidates must secure a thesis supervisor who agrees in writing to direct the research. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a letter of motivation, a research project proposal, and three assessment reports from referees. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate English reading proficiency, equivalent to a VEPT score of 53 or higher.
