Overview

The Surgery M.Sc. at Western University - Canada provides an intensive research environment tailored specifically for surgical trainees. This programme is designed to bridge the gap between clinical practice and academic inquiry, preparing graduates for successful careers as clinician researchers within Academic Health Sciences Centres. Students engage in rigorous scientific investigation while maintaining their professional development in a supportive medical community.

Why Surgery at Western University - Canada?

The Department of Surgery at Western University - Canada hosts a well-established and highly-regarded postgraduate training environment. The programme is unique in its ability to allow residents to maintain clinical volume while pursuing advanced research. Students benefit from a large network of seven subspecialty programmes and dedicated mentorship from experienced faculty at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. The institution provides a robust support system, including access to animal models for surgical research and prospective clinical studies within intensive care settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 8181 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2120 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules and research areas may include:

• Surgical Research
• Thesis
• Clinical Research Methods
• Health Outcomes Research
• Patient Safety
• Surgical Subspecialty Research

Careers with Surgery

Graduates of this programme are prepared for leadership roles in the medical field, particularly as clinician researchers at academic institutions. The training supports career progression toward fellowships in specialised areas such as Trauma and Emergency Surgery. Alumni often pursue roles that combine clinical practice with medical education and health outcomes research. The degree is specifically structured to enhance the competitive edge of surgeons aiming for positions in academic medicine and surgical leadership.