Overview

Develop expertise in scientific research in Pharmacology at University of Montreal.

Features

Become an independent researcher with in-depth knowledge of pharmacology and the related sciences. With this cutting-edge training, you will build the skill set to develop an original research hypothesis and describe the method used to experimentally validate it.

You will also be able to conduct an original research project, present your research findings at scientific symposia, and be published in prestigious journals.

Programme Structure

Courses:

PhD Comprehensive Examination

Thesis Seminar

Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Montréal, Canada

Disciplines

Pharmacology View 9 other PhDs in Pharmacology in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Meet the general admission requirements (section XI) of the “Règlement pédagogique de la Faculté des études supérieures et postdoctorales” (educational regulations of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies).

Have an MSc (Pharmacology) in the chosen option, if applicable, or have equivalent education.

Have obtained a grade-point average at the graduate level of at least 3.3 out of 4.3 or the equivalent.

Demonstrate good knowledge of French (learn more).

Have satisfactory knowledge of English and show proof of proficiency before being accepted into the second year of the program.

Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of any other language deemed necessary for their research.

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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

9302 CAD / year

≈ 9302 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1513 CAD / year

≈ 1513 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.

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