Specialize in biochemistry areas that inspire you, such as molecular genetics, structural biology, human genomics, in silico biochemistry, or cellular dynamics of macromolecular complexes.
Gain expertise in scientific research in biochemistry and molecular biology
In the biochemistry doctorate program, you will receive in-depth training in biomedical and basic research, which builds on seminar courses and as much time as possible dedicated to laboratory research. Throughout your laboratory research project, you will be supervised and guided by an experienced professor or research team member.
Course options include communication, molecular and cellular biology, structural biology, human genomics, modern instrumentation, or management and law
Dynamic, high-performance and state-of-the-art laboratories
Flexible training
Expertise in theory and hands-on research
Advantages of studying biochemistry at UdeM Explore the discipline that drives life sciences and medicine
Carry out your research work in an ideal environment through department and research institute scientific platforms and laboratories
Discover a thriving research and education environment in biochemistry, molecular medicine and computational biology
Be part of the Biochemistry Department, a leader in biomedical research
Admission requirements
Admission requirements
You studied
and have, or will obtain, a diploma from the following program or province:
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Note that the quantitative criteria indicated above does not replace a qualitative review of your application. These criteria are provided for information purposes only. Eligibility for a study program does not guarantee an offer of admission. Information on this page may change without notice.
Affiliated study programs
A number of UdeM students enrolled in this program have other studies under their belt.
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year. Information updated: June 5, 2024
Canadian non-Quebec resident
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
$2,117.74
Tuition fees:
$1,483.65
Other fees:
$634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year. Information updated: June 5, 2024
International student
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
$9,753.94
Tuition fees:
$9,119.85
Other fees:
$634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
Good news! You may be able to lower this amount!
As an international student, you have access to exemption scholarships granted by UdeM throughout your university program. Note that for ungraduated programs, you must be enrolled as a full-time student for two sessions and reside in Quebec in the case of exclusively online study programs. Find out more
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year. Information updated: June 5, 2024
Francophone student from France or Belgium
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
$2,117.74
Tuition fees:
$1,483.65
Other fees:
$634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year. Information updated: June 5, 2024
Available financial assistance
Scholarships and awards:
Funding opportunities available in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (page in French)
Graduate and postgraduate scholarships:
Funding offered to students, all programs combined
Postgraduate scholarships:
Funding offered for doctoral programs
Exemption scholarship for international students:
Scholarship program for exemption from additional tuition fees for international students
Funding for Mobility:
Scholarships and mobility funding programs offered to students from the Université de Montréal who wish to study abroad
Future prospects
Upon completion of your project, which generally takes 2 to 5 years, you can directly enter the job market or continue your training through a postdoctoral fellowship to ultimately secure a research position.
Program structure
(3-465-1-0)
The doctorate program consists of 90 credits. There are six options:
Flexible Stream (Segment 70)
Molecular Genetics (Segment 71)
Structural Biology (Segment 72)
Human Genomics (Segment 73)
In Silico Biochemistry (Segment 74)
Cellular Dynamics of Macromolecular Complexes (Segment 75)
Research must be done as a residency at either Université de Montréal or a research laboratory of an affiliated institute or hospital approved by the Advisory Board of the Faculty of Medicine.
Students are required to take seminar courses throughout the program.
Entry to PhD from MSc and direct entry to PhD from MSc without dissertation. This program consists of 4 mandatory course credits and 86 credits for research and a thesis. It also includes additional courses depending on candidates' needs.
Direct entry to PhD from BSc. This program consists of 4 mandatory course credits and 86 credits for research and a thesis. Students must complete all master’s-level courses that relate to their chosen option for the PhD program.
LEGEND CR :
credit
Segment 70 Flexible Stream option
All credits in this option are mandatory. Out of the 90 credits, 86 are for research and a thesis.
Block 70A
Mandatory - 4 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70511
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.1
0
BCM 70512
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.2
2
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70521
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.1
0
BCM 70522
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.2
2
Block 70B Research and thesis
Mandatory - 86 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7000
PhD Comprehensive Examination
0
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7290
Thesis
86
Segment 71 Systems Biology option
This option consists of 1 mandatory course credit, 3 optional course credits and 86 credits for research and a thesis.
Block 71A
Mandatory – 4 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70511
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.1
0
BCM 70512
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.2
2
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70521
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.1
0
BCM 70522
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.2
2
Block 71B Research and Thesis
Mandatory – 86 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7000
PhD Comprehensive Examination
0
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7920
Thesis
86
Segment 73 Human Genomics option
All credits in this option are mandatory. Out of the 90 credits, 86 are for research and a thesis.
Block 73A
Mandatory – 4 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70511
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.1
0
BCM 70512
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.2
2
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70521
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.1
0
BCM 70522
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.2
2
Block 73B Research and Thesis
Mandatory – 86 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7000
PhD Comprehensive Examination
0
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7920
Thesis
86
Segment 74 In Silico Biochemistry option
All credits in this option are mandatory. Out of the 90 credits, 86 are for research and a thesis.
Block 74A
Mandatory – 4 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70511
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.1
0
BCM 70512
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.2
2
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70521
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.1
0
BCM 70522
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.2
2
Block 74B Research and Thesis
Mandatory – 86 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7000
PhD Comprehensive Examination
0
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7920
Thesis
86
Segment 75 Cellular Dynamics of Macromolecular Complexes
All credits in this option are mandatory. Out of the 90 credits, 86 are for research and a thesis.
Block 75A
Mandatory – 4 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70511
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.1
0
BCM 70512
Advanced Scientific Communication 1.2
2
Course
Title
CR
BCM 70521
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.1
0
BCM 70522
Advanced Scientific Communication 2.2
2
Block 75B Research and Thesis
Mandatory – 86 credits
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7000
PhD Comprehensive Examination
0
Course
Title
CR
BCM 7920
Thesis
86
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