📖Introduction

The University of Ottawa, founded in 1848, is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located in the heart of Canada's capital, Ottawa, the university has access to the great institutions of the country. With over 42,000 students, including more than 8,885 international students, the university offers a diverse and inclusive community for learning and growth. The university is committed to providing students with a rigorous education that prepares them for the challenges of the modern workforce. The faculty offers a wide range of academic programs, spanning multiple disciplines and levels of study, including the #1 French immersion program among Canadian universities. Graduates of the university enjoy a high employment rate of 97%, and the university offers over $60 million per year in student scholarships and bursaries, making education accessible and affordable for all.

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📚About the Program

PhD in Cellular and Molecular Medicine and Specialization Bioinformatics at University of Ottawa

Bioinformatics is an emerging and increasingly important scientific discipline dedicated to the pursuit of fundamental questions about the structure, function and evolution of biological entities through the design and application of computational approaches. Fundamental research in these areas is expected to increase our understanding of human health and disease which translates into innovation in industry. Bioinformaticians today must be able to appreciate significant research in other fields and therefore require an understanding of the basic principles of other disciplines. The degree awarded specifies the primary program and indicates "specialization in Bioinformatics." Main Areas of Research Most research groups in the Department are part of a research centre. These centres include the Centre for Neuromuscular Disease, the Kidney Research Centre, and the Centre for Research in Biopharmaceuticals. Members of the Department are involved in three main research fields: Growth and development Pharmacology Physiology Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses (Preview)
BNF 5106 Bioinformatics (3 units)
BNF 5107 Applied Bioinformatics (3 units)
BNF 6100 MSc Seminar (3 units)
BNF 8166 Seminar in Bioinformatics (3 crédits)
CMM 5001 The Pathological Basis of Disease (3 units)
CMM 5105 Introduction to Cancer Biology (3 units)
CMM 5111 Computational Cell Biology (3 units)
CMM 5210 Mammalian Physiology (6 units)
CMM 5302 Comprehensive Pharmacology I (3 units)
CMM 5303 Comprehensive Pharmacology II (3 units)
CMM 5304 Introduction to Developmental Biology (3 units)
CMM 5311 Physiology and Pathophysiology of Energy Metabolism and Muscle Functions (3 units)
CMM 5313 Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Reproductive, Renal and Gastrointestinal Systems (3 units)
CMM 5315 Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cardiovascular Function/Dysfunction (3 units)
CMM 5326 Experimental Preparations and Animal Models (3 units)
CMM 5341 Stem Cells (3 units)
CMM 5360 Imaging in Cell Biology (3 units)
CMM 5372 Cell Signalling and Hormone Action (3 units)
CMM 7301 Directed Studies (3 units)
CMM 8103 Epithelial Cell Polarity (3 units)
CMM 8105 Advanced Topics in Cancer Biology (3 units)
CMM 8300 Special Topics in Reproductive and Developmental Biology (3 units)
CMM 8310 Current Topics in RNA Molecular Biology (3 units)
CMM 8311 Current Topics in Transcriptional Regulation (3 units)
CMM 83241 Seminars I (Part 1 of 2)
CMM 83242 Seminars I (Part 2 of 2) (3 units)
CMM 8340 Neuromuscular Function and Dysfunction (3 units)
CMM 8341 Cell Stress (3 units)
CMM 8345 Special Topics in Gastroenterology (3 units)
CMM 8350 Ion Channels: Cellular and Molecular Aspects of Membrane Functions (3 units)
CMM 8355 Renal Physiology (3 units)

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🏫About University of Ottawa

The University of Ottawa is a bilingual (English-French) institution and the largest of its kind in the world. It is located in the heart of Canada's capital, giving students access to the country's great institutions. With over 42,000 students, including more than 8,885 international students, the university offers a diverse and inclusive community for learning and growth. The University of Ottawa boasts the #1 French immersion program among Canadian universities, providing students with the opportunity to improve their language skills and gain a deeper understanding of French culture. The university is committed to preparing students for successful careers, with a 97% employment rate for graduates. In addition, the university offers over $60 million per year in student scholarships and bursaries, making education accessible and affordable for all. The university has a wide range of academic programs, spanning multiple disciplines and levels of study. The faculty is dedicated to providing students with a rigorous education that prepares them for the challenges of the modern workforce.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

588 RMB

Tuition fee:

2,228 CAD per year

8,913 CAD in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Master's

You need to have above average grades for the program. C average or above 55%.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters
  • Research proposal

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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