University of Guelph - Office of Graduate Studies

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Toxicology

University of Guelph - Office of Graduate Studies

Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Toxicology
Cost per year:*
National: $2,331

This estimate represents the tuition per semester.

Careers:BiologistsToxicologists

Description:

The collaborative specialization in Toxicology is the focal point for graduate teaching and research in toxicology. Students wishing to undertake graduate studies at the masters or doctoral level with emphasis on toxicology will be admitted by a participating department and will register in both the participating department and in the collaborative specialization in Toxicology.

Students can work with faculty members within ten separate departments and undertake research in areas such as: role of oxidative stress in Alzheimer disease, DNA damage by chemical carcinogens, regulation of drug metabolizing enzymes, biodegradation of environmental pollutants, risk assessment of pesticides and pesticide screening by antibody development, insect resistance to insecticides, metal contamination of soils and toxicity to plants.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Masters and doctoral students interested in pursuing a collaborative specialization in Toxicology must first meet the admission requirements of the primary program of interest (see department website for specific requirements).

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 15, 2022