Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Bioscience and Policy

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Bioscience and Policy is a research-intensive degree that provides advanced training in the life sciences while also training students to place life sciences research into the broader context of a modern society.

This program provides students with theoretical background and technical skill in their field of biology, while also helping them understand implication of bioscience research for policy development and build skills to communicate about their research to a range of audiences. Our students are trained in science and ethics, science and public policy and science in the context of national and international issues.

Students in the program spend the bulk of their time working with a faculty supervisor on a PhD thesis project designed to make a novel scientific contribution in a range of fields such as genetics and genomics, bioinformatics, cell biology, physiology, behavioural ecology, and natural resource management.

In addition to the thesis, students complete a two-part candidacy exam based on their research area during their first two years, and at least 12 credit hours of courses which provide additional training in policy applicationdevelopment, communication to scientists and non-scientists, and technical skills in bioscience. All students receive training in science communication and participate in at least two science outreach events prior to completion.

Expected time to graduate is 4 years with a maximum of 7 years.

Applicants must hold a Master of Science degree, or its academic equivalent, in the discipline of interest or in a closely related discipline from a recognized degree-granting university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.5 scale. If your first language is not English, see English Language Requirements Students in first year of UWinnipeg’s MSc in Bioscience program who demonstrate superior academic performance may apply to transfer to the PhD in Bioscience (subject to approval).

Transcripts are required from ALL recognized, post-secondary institutions attended, whether or not a degree has been awarded. For initial assessment purposes only, copies of unofficial transcripts are preferred. Official transcripts, sent directly from the post-secondary institutions, will be required if you are recommended for admission.

Contact information from two individuals familiar with your academic work and who will provide a letters of recommendation

English language requirement scores (where applicable).

Other supporting documents if applicable: scanned copies of name change, CV/ resumé, proof of permanent residency

In addition to the maximum 300-word summary of the proposed research on the application form, you may include an additional 2 pages (maximum) describing your proposed research project.

Official documents should be sent to the Graduate Studies Admissions Office, The University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB Canada R3B 2E9.