University of Manitoba - Graduate Studies -

Medical Microbiology and
Infectious Diseases


Pre-Master's | M.Sc. | Ph.D.


Application Fee: $100 CDN (non-refundable)

All applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

An acceptable English Language Proficiency test score is required, if applicable.

For initial assessment purposes only, copies of unofficial transcripts (uploaded to your application) are acceptable and preferred. Transcripts are required from each institution for the entire academic history, whether or not degree has been awarded, including institutions attended on an exchange. If the English copy is a translation, please include the original language as well.

Degree Certificates – All international transcripts must be accompanied by degree certificates that indicate that the degree has been awarded.


Master of Science

The M.Sc. thesis-based program consists of a combination of coursework and a research component.

Expected Duration

  • 2 years

Program Fees (Full Time)

Application Requirements

  • Honours or Major in Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine with at least 12 credit hours of microbiology coursework
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2
  • Supervisor Support

Application Deadlines

Canadian / US Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January October 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May February 1, 2022 Apply
Fall 2022 September June 1, 2022 Apply

 

International Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January July 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May November 1, 2021 Apply
Fall 2022 September March 1, 2022 Apply

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Doctor of Philosophy

The Ph.D. option consists of coursework and a substantial research component.

Expected Duration

  • 5 years

Program Fees (Full Time)

Application Requirements

  • A candidate must normally complete an M.Sc. degree before entering the Ph.D. program.
  • CV/Resume
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2
  • Supervisor Support

Application Deadlines

Canadian / US Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January October 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May February 1, 2022 Apply
Fall 2022 September June 1, 2022 Apply

 

International Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January July 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May November 1, 2021 Apply
Fall 2022 September March 1, 2022 Apply

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Pre-Master's

Students with undergraduate course deficiencies may be admitted to the Pre-Master's program to complete the background requirements.

Expected Duration

  • 1 year

Program Fees

Application Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree. Contact the Department for further information.
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2
  • Supervisor Support

Application Deadlines

Canadian / US Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January October 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May February 1, 2021 Apply
Fall 2022 September June 1, 2022 Apply

 

International Applicants
Term Start Date Deadline*  
Winter 2022 January July 1, 2021 Apply
Summer 2022 May November 1, 2022 Apply
Fall 2022 September March 1, 2022 Apply

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Notes

*The name of your preferred supervisor is required at time of application. Department Faculty and their research and contact information can be found on the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases website.

*Applicants should submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.
 


Academic Calendar, M.Sc.

Academic Calendar, Ph.D.


Department Website


Room 543 - 745 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0J9
+1 204.789.3444
angela.nelson@med.umanitoba.ca