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PhD in Biotechnology (Thesis-Route) Lakehead University - Thunder Bay Campus, Canada
CAD 19797
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 125
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
75%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Biotechnology is a field of study that uses living organisms or cellular and bio-molecular processes to make new products, solve problems, or provide new methods of production.
Scientific and technological advances have transformed biotechnology techniques, which have opened the door to a variety of applications in areas such as health care, the environment, forestry, and industrial processes. Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. The Ph.D. in Biotechnology at Lakehead is a research-based, interdisciplinary graduate program focused on the professional development of scientists in two areas of specialization:
- Medical biotechnology
- Environmental biotechnology with a focus on toxicology, waste, and emissions
The structure of the program allows you to choose your area of focus, and to tailor your research and coursework to meet your career goals. With faculty members from a wide range of backgrounds in both academic and industry settings, you will have the opportunity to choose from a great diversity of subjects in which to train.
Graduates of the Ph.D. in Biotechnology will have career opportunities at universities, research institutes, and the biotechnology industry in Canada and abroad.
NOTE: Students in this program are expected to complete all requirements within a minimum of nine terms (3 years) to a maximum of twelve terms (4 years) of continuous full-time registration. Candidates must meet a minimum residency of three terms, two of which must be consecutive.
Additional Information
Program Level Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)
College/University Processing Time 28 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58 - With no score less than - 50
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Master's Degree in science, engineering or an allied discipline.
Please Note:- Applicants must have a supervisor prior to be admitted to the program.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
19797
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 125
Application Fee
(CAD)
12000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships
Scholarship
Under Graduate Entrance Scholarship:
Non-Canadian citizens who are entering Lakehead University from a high school, or who are transferring from an international college or university, will be considered for the Undergraduate Entrance Scholarships. The scholarship is available to the top international students applying to Lakehead University for 2024-2025.
International Entrance Scholarships 2024-2025 automatically considered. No scholarship application is required.
Academic Average (Canadian Equivalent) |
IB Average | Scholarship Total4 (in Canadian dollars) |
Scholarships Available |
90.0%+ | 35+ | $40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years)1 | Limited |
80.0% - 89.9% | 30-34 | $30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years)2 | Limited |
75.0% - 79.9% | 28-29 | $6,000 ($6,000 in Year 1 only)3 | Limited |
1. Renewable provided a 90% average is achieved in each academic year. If a student's university academic average falls between 80.0% - 89.9%, the student will receive an amended scholarship valued at $7,500 CAD/year for each subsequent academic year for the remaining term of the scholarship.
2. Renewable provided an 80% average is achieved in each academic year.
3. Non-renewable, one-time only scholarship awarded in Year 1.
4. Maximum length of scholarship term is 4 academic years or until the first degree is awarded, whichever occurs first. To be considered eligible for scholarship consideration, recipients must be entering Years 1, 2, or 3 of a minimum 4-year undergraduate degree program. Recipients whose status changes and may be charged domestic fees will have their scholarship value reassessed to equate to the domestic entrance scholarship grid and regulations available at that time.
Graduate Scholarship:
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistant appointments may be offered to some full-time graduate students (including Visa students) at a rate of $10,506.69 (2022-23) at the Master's level; and $11,457.79 (2022-23) at the Doctoral level. A regular appointment constitutes a maximum of 270 hrs of work over the Fall and Winter terms, averaging not more than 10 hours of work per week. Representative duties, include but are not limited to: preparing classes, teaching, demonstrating, leading seminars, supervising laboratories, marking, consulting with students, holding assigned office hours, setting tests, examination and lab sets, conducting field trips, and providing other academic support assistance. A graduate student is eligible to hold a maximum of two full-time appointments at the Master's level or four full-time appointments at the Doctoral level.
Faculty Research Awards for Graduate Students
Some graduate students may also receive a Faculty Research Award. This stipend may be paid to a full–time degree candidate for research or academic activities relevant and related to the student's field(s) of study within the academic program. Faculty Research Awards are awarded by the student's supervisor.
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