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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
The Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences offer a two-year program of study leading to a Master of Science in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.
Expected duration: 2-3 years
Tuition and fees: Program fees are assessed in the first two terms of study, followed by a continuing fee in the third and any subsequent terms. (refer to Graduate tuition and fees)
In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section, students must:
*Students must pass MMIC 7050 with a minimum grade of C+ in order to graduate.
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Expected duration: 1 year
The Pre-Master’s program consists of a minimum of 21 credit hours of coursework in Microbiology, Biochemistry or related disciplines courses at the 3000 or 4000 level in one full academic year (two successive terms). Course selection will be pre-determined in consultation with the department head or designate.
Tuition and fees: Varies (refer to the pre-masters section in Graduate tuition and fees)
Students with a 3-year general Bachelor’s degree must usually enroll in a Pre-Master’s program of study which is arranged in consultation with the potential advisor and approved by the MMID GSC. It is expected all applicants will have a minimum of 12 credit hours of undergraduate coursework in Microbiology.
Please note that the purpose of enrolling in the Pre-master’s graduate program is not to raise an ineligible GPA (below 3.0 or it’s equivalent), but rather is intended to bring a student’s background up to the equivalent of the required 4-year degree and/or to take microbiology courses that may be lacking. Successful completion of the pre-master’s program does not imply automatic admission to the Master of Science program.
The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases MSc program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
To be considered for admission to the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases MSc, you must have earned an honours or major in science, medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine with at least 12 credit hours of microbiology coursework.
In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Applicants must interview (by email or virtually) with a potential supervisor prior to applying and obtain confirmation from that supervisor that they will accept the applicant (if the student is approved and offered admission by the Faculty of Graduate Studies). This potential supervisor must be a University of Manitoba, Department of Medical Microbiology faculty member.
The Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (MSc) program accepts applications for Fall, Winter and Summer entry. Applications must be completed online and include several parts:
Please read the Faculty of Graduate Studies online application instructions before beginning your application.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.
| Term | Annual application deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (September) | June 1 |
| Winter (January) | October 1 |
| Summer (May) | February 1 |
| Term | Annual application deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (September) | March 1 |
| Winter (January) | July 1 |
| Summer (May) | November 1 |
| Term | Annual application deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (September) | March 1 (International applicants) |
| Fall (September) | June 1 (Canadian and US applicants) |
| Winter (January) | July 1 (International applicants) |
| Winter (January) | October 1 (Canadian and US applicants) |
| Summer (May) | November 1 (International applicants) |
| Summer (May) | February 1 Canadian and US applicants) |
Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Room 500 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9377
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
Room 543, Basic Medical Sciences Building
745 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0J9 Canada
GSMMID1@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-789-3444
Fax: 204-789-3299
