Biology
Program emphasizes current research in diverse fields of biology. You will be guided by a group of dynamic and interactive professors, including many award winners (e.g. Steacie Fellows, Young Investigator award, York Research Chairs, Canada Research Chairs).
Study systems include a host of model and non-model organisms, as well as humans. York provides state-of-the-art facilities (e.g. molecular core facilities, mass spectroscopy) and encourages interaction among disciplines.
Join ongoing research in pure and applied biology including: molecular structure and interactions; genomics and proteomics; physiology; conservation biology, community and ecosystem studies; neurobiology
Stream and Specializations
- Animal physiology
- Ecology and evolution
- Molecular and cellular biology
Contact the Biology program for more information about MSc and PhD programs, including part-time study options.
Degrees Offered
MSc
Program Component(s)
- Research Progress Evaluations
- AND Thesis
- AND Oral examination
Minimum Required GPA
B+
Fall Entry
- Full-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2025-05-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 577 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 90-91 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Pass |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with Honours |
| CAEL | Overall score of 65, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C1 |
| Minimum CAE Score | C |
| Duolingo | 130 |
| PTE Academic | 67 |
PhD
Program Component(s)
- Research Progress Evaluations
- AND Preliminary examination
- AND Dissertation oral examination
Minimum Required GPA
B+
Fall Entry
- Full-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2025-05-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 577 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 90-91 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Pass |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with Honours |
| CAEL | Overall score of 65, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C1 |
| Minimum CAE Score | C |
| Duolingo | 130 |
| PTE Academic | 67 |
Additional Admission Requirements
Number of Recommendation(s)
- 3 recommendation(s)
Other Requirements
- Statement of interest
- Resum茅 or CV
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