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Biochemistry
Website: Department of Biochemistry
Graduate
student programs in Biochemistry emphasize biotechnology,
nanotechnology, diabetes, gene expression, metabolism, molecular
biology, plant biochemistry, protein structure/function and engineering,
muscle function, cell cycle control, and signal transduction in
metabolism and cancer. There are also opportunities for collaborative
graduate research programs with the Plant Biotechnology Institute, the
Saskatoon Cancer Centre, companies located in Innovation Place and
several other departments at the U of S.
Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.)
Admission Requirements
- Honours Baccalaureate (or equivalent) from a college or university of
acceptable standing, and equivalent to the degree at this university
with a specialization in Biochemistry or related discipline.
Degree Requirements
- GSR 960.0
- GSR 961.0 if research involves human subjects
- GSR 962.0 if research involves animal subjects
- a minimum of 30 credit units
- The
normal requirement is that residency at the U of S is expected for the
duration of the graduate program. If the need arises, the advisory
committee will set the residency requirement of a student as is
appropriate.
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Admission Requirements
- Honours Baccalaureate (or equivalent) from a college or university of
acceptable standing, and equivalent to the degree at this university
with a specialization in Biochemistry or related discipline.
Degree Requirements
Students must maintain continuous registration in the 994 course.
- GSR 960.0
- GSR 961.0 if research involves human subjects
- GSR 962.0 if research involves animal subjects
- a minimum of 9 credit units at the 800-level
- BIOC 990.0
- BIOC 994.0
- thesis defense
- The
normal requirement is that residency at the U of S is expected for the
duration of the graduate program. If the need arises, the advisory
committee will set the residency requirement of a student as is
appropriate.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Direct Entry
Admission Requirements
With the recommendation of the unit, direct entry Ph.D. admission is
available to exceptionally strong students, who show great promise in
terms of academic accomplishments and potential for research.
- A four-year honours bachelor’s degree, or equivalent.
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 80% in the last two
years of undergraduate study (i.e. 60 credit units of course work).
- Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and independent research.
- Evidence of English proficiency.
Degree Requirements
Students must maintain continuous registration in the BIOC 996 course.
- At least 9 credit units of course work at the graduate level must be successfully completed in the first year of the program.
- Within the first year of the program, successfully complete a Ph.D. Qualifying Examination that is at least as rigorous as the defence for a Master’s thesis in the program area.
- GSR 960.0
- GSR 961.0 if research involves human subjects
- GSR 962.0 if research involves animal subjects
- A minimum of 9 credit units
- Pass a comprehensive examination, after completing the required course work, and prior to focusing on their research and doctoral thesis.
- Write and successfully defend a thesis based on original investigation.
- Students must enroll in BIOC 990.0 in the Fall and Winter terms.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Non-Direct Entry
Admission Requirements
- A Master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university
in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study; under
no circumstances may a prospective student holding a Bachelor's degree
be admitted directly into a Ph.D. program.
- A cumulative weighted
average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last
two years of study (i.e. coursework required in Master's program).
- Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research.
Degree Requirements
Students must maintain continuous registration in the 996 course.
- GSR 960.0
- GSR 961.0 if research involves human subjects
- GSR 962.0 if research involves animal subjects
- a minimum of 9 credit units at the 800-level including any such courses taken at the M.Sc. level
- BIOC 990.0
- BIOC 996.0
- The advisory committee may recommend additional courses to address specific deficiencies of the student.
- qualifying examinations
- comprehensive examination
- thesis defense
- If the need arises, the advisory committee will set the residency requirement of a student as is appropriate.
Transfer from Master's to Ph.D.
Degree Requirements
Students must maintain continuous registration in the 996 course.
- GSR 960.0
- GSR 961.0 if research involves human subjects
- GSR 962.0 if research involves animal subjects
- a minimum of 9 credit units at the 800-level including any such courses taken at the M.Sc. level.
- BIOC 990.0
- BIOC 996.0
