MASTER OF SCIENCE M.SC MEDICINE

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

MASTER OF SCIENCE M.SC MEDICINE

  • Country Canada
  • Course Duration 2 YEARS
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification ENGLISH
  • Program Level Post-Graduate
  • Education Required Graduate
  • Admission intake Feb 01
  • Minimum GPA 3.3
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
USD 80 USD 13,980

Program Description

Program Description

  • MSc in Medicine at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The main goal of this program is to improve the health and health care of current and future generations through excellence and innovation in education, research, and clinical care.
  • Students publish original research findings in high-impact journals and speak at scientific and clinical forums around the world.
  • The primary areas of research of the Biomedical Engineering program are:
    • Clinical trials
    • Disease-based cell biology
    • Disease-based molecular biology
    • Disease-based physiology
    • Health outcomes research
    • Medical education
    • Genetics
  • University provides flexible course requirements that allow students to actually focus on their research.
  • Students get the opportunity to do a specialization in the Translational Medicine program.
  • The Department of Medicine offers the degree of MSc in Experimental Medicine either as part of a coordinated pattern of training leading to the fulfillment of requirements for postgraduate training in the medical specialties.
  • The translational focus allows students to work in a variety of disciplines, from disease-based cell biology to clinical trials to population health under the supervision of world-renowned experts.
  • The student-faculty ratio for this program is 21:1.
  • The graduates work as postdoctoral research fellows in research laboratories around the world, engaging in cutting-edge research.
  • The University of Alberta's Department of Medicine is a recognized leader in innovative education, world-class research, and outstanding patient care.
  • The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta has a large and robust graduate studies program.
  • Job opportunities after MSc in Medicine are Medical and Health Service Managers, Biomedical Scientists, etc and the average salary goes up to 49,000 USD.

Other Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:
  • Students must have a four-year bachelor’s degree or its academic equivalent, from an accredited academic institution in the related field.
  • Students have a minimum GPA of 3.3 (B+ Grade) on the University of Alberta's 4-point scale based on the recent two years of full-time study.
  • Students should hold a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by the University of Alberta in which the language of instruction is English.
Indian Student Eligibility: Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
  • Students are normally required to have completed a bachelor’s degree in their academic equivalent, from an academic institution.
  • GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B Grade) based on the recent two years of full-time study (or equivalent) is required.
  • Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
  • Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.

Extra Notes

Required Document List

Following are the required documents:
  • CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
  • Reference Form/Letter: Three reference forms and letters of recommendation completed and uploaded by referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) directly to the online portal.
  • Three Letters of Reference: The online application system will notify the references and allow the student to upload their letters. Letters can be academic or business references.
  • Research Proposal: 2-5 page description of the proposed research project, outlining the relevant legal issues, preliminary arguments, and the proposed research methodology.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.