Overview

Several groups in the Biochemistry program from Western University - Canada are studying human genetics, genome dynamics and epigenetics, and the regulation of gene expression, including the regulatory roles of RNA. Others are focused on protein structure and function, proteomics, and cellular signalling.

Features

Computational approaches and bioinformatics are becoming increasingly integrated into biochemical research.

And new technologies are enabling efforts to engineer biological systems for research and biotechnology, ushering in the exciting new era of synthetic biology that includes the editing and synthesis of genomes, genetic code expansion, and the creation of new biosynthetic pathways and even new organisms.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Bioinformatics

Genome Dynamics, Epigenetics, and Gene Expression

Human Genetics and Clinical Biochemistry

Macromolecular Structure and Dynamics

Proteomics

Signal Transduction and Intercellular Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

Biochemistry View 20 other PhDs in Biochemistry in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

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Other requirements

General requirements

BSc in biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology or closely related disciplines.

Minimum 78% GPA in the undergraduate and master's degree; 85% for direct entry to the PhD program.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6726 CAD / year

≈ 6726 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

6222 CAD / year

≈ 6222 CAD / year

Living costs

London

Canada

1037 - 1625 CAD / month

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