Overview

The intention of the Computer Science - Bioinformatics option from McGill University is to train students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field.

Key Features

This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases and the use of algorithms and statistics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thesis

Bioinformatics Seminar

Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination

Thesis Proposal and Area Examination

Bioinformatics: Molecular Biology

Bioinformatics: Proteomics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Montréal, Canada

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 46 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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86

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for admission;

Admission requirements;

Application procedures;

Competency in English; and

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18604 CAD / year

≈ 18604 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3026 CAD / year

≈ 3026 CAD / year

Living costs

Montréal

Canada

1074 - 1759 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

McGill University is committed to provide financial support for graduate education. Through Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) and other academic units, McGill is working to increase the number of student fellowships and scholarships, exploring new avenues for student support, and making it easier to disburse existing funds. Our competitive funding support offers, coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living, makes graduate studies at McGill a wise educational investment.

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Scholarships Information

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