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    Botany/Plant Biology

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    Vancouver, CAMScIn-person3 years
    CA$19,768.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    39%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 3-year, in-person MSc program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$19,768.

    About the program

    Covers research from genomics and molecular genetics to ecology and phytogeography, including cell biology, biochemistry, plant physiology, biosystematics, evolution, development, protistology, and mycology.

    Focus: research
    QS World University Rankings by Subject (Agriculture and Forestry): 14
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    January 2027
    Jul 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 92 overall (Reading 22, Writing 22, Speaking 22, Listening 22)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall (Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Listening 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$18,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia is CA$19,768 across 30 required credits.
    Is Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia is structured around 3 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: first class (86%) or high second class B.Sc.
    How competitive is Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia?
    Botany/Plant Biology at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 39%.