At University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, Biochemistry (PhD) is offered as a doctorate in Biochemistry programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Biochemistry
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 8,448 / year
International tuition: CAD 9,240 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry is offered by the Department of Biochemistry and examines the molecular events underlying biological processes, including the relationship between structure and biological function in proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids, and the behaviour of complex multi-component systems such as membranes and sub-cellular organelles. Applicants are accepted via one of three routes: following completion of a relevant master's degree, by transfer from the department's MSc program, or through direct entry from a bachelor's degree. The standard entry route from a master's degree runs four years full-time and is delivered in person, with students required to maintain full-time status in their laboratories until thesis completion and defence, with progress reviewed by a supervisory committee throughout the program. No standardized admission tests are required or recommended.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants entering from a master's degree require a minimum B+ average in biochemistry or a cognate discipline. Direct entry from a bachelor's degree is available to highly qualified graduates with a minimum A-minus average in the final two years of study. No standardized tests are required or recommended for admission. International applicants must secure a faculty sponsor before applying, except for holders of a University of Toronto bachelor's degree.
