The PhD in Biochemistry at Western University studies living systems at the molecular level, with research spanning human genetics, genome dynamics, epigenetics, gene expression regulation, protein structure and function, proteomics, cellular signalling, and synthetic biology. The program is full-time and thesis-based, completed over 12 terms (four years). Admission normally requires a BSc in biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology, or a closely related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 78% in the undergraduate and master's degree; direct entry to the PhD requires a minimum of 85%. The program admits students in Fall, Winter, and Summer terms, with earlier deadlines for international applicants than for domestic applicants in each intake. Applicants are encouraged to pursue funding through the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship–Doctoral and Ontario Graduate Scholarship programs.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: A BSc in biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology, or a closely related discipline is normally required, with a minimum GPA of 78% in the undergraduate and master's degree; direct entry to the PhD requires a minimum of 85%.
