Study Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology at Western University in Canada,

Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology

Canada

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What will I learn?

Western’s Graduate Program in Microbiology and Immunology offers research-intensive, thesis-based graduate training at the Master's level. We possess world class facilities and a motivating training environment, with high profile research programs overseen by internationally distinguished faculty members. The Graduate Program of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology revolves around two major fields of scientific endeavour: i) The molecular and cellular biology of microorganisms, and ii) The molecular and cellular biology of the immune system. These fields involve studies on bacteria, virus, parasites, cancer cells, and immune cells with an emphasis on molecular biology, biochemistry, and pathogenesis. Students can take the one-year program or the two-year program. The two-year program is intended for students who are interested in a research career or who are interested in acquiring research skills.Program Length3 Terms (Project-based)6 Terms (Thesis-based)

Study options

Full Time (2 Semesters)

Tuition fees
CAD$20,549.00 (US$ 14,770) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Main Campus

1151 Richmond Street,

London,

Ontario,

N6A 3K7, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Minimum high B average from the undergraduate degree. For one year program Must be a fourth year Honours Bachelor of Medical Science Student at Western University with an honors research thesis component Applicants must possess a four-year degree from a university college or institute The School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies requires at least a 70 percent average across courses taken in the last two fulltime years of the undergraduate degree Equivalent qualifications may be considered based on the standards of the discipline or profession.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Western University

Western is a founding member of the U15 group of Canadian research universities, with a 93.5 per cent graduate employment rate within six months.

  • U15 research intensive university founding member
  • Over 450 undergraduate and around 160 graduate programmes
  • More than 5,400 international students from 134 countries
  • Internships and co-ops available to all students

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