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Microbiology and Immunology, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
University rank #190 (WUR) ,
Western’s Graduate Program in Microbiology and Immunology offers research-intensive, thesis-based graduate training at the Masters' and the Doctoral level. We possess world class facilities and a motivating training environment, with high profile research programs overseen by internationally distinguished faculty members.

About

The Graduate Program of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology revolves around two major fields of scientific endeavor: 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. This 2-year program is intended for students who are interested in a research career or who are interested in acquiring research skills.

Accreditation

Officially accredited/recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario.

Programme Structure

Courses include:
  • Infection and Immunity
  • Effective Scientific Communication
  • Contemporary Issues in Microbiology and Immunology

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Deadline and start date Application Deadlines:
    • February 1 - Fall Term
    • July 31 (pending spots remaining) - Fall Term
    • March 31 - Summer Term
    • November 1 - Winter Term
  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    86

    The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.

  • Minimum required score:

    550

    The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.

  • Minimum required score:

    6

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

  • Honours Bachelor degree, or equivalent, in Microbiology, Immunology or some other biological sciences program. Holders of MD, DDS, or DVM degrees are also eligible to apply.
  • Minimum high B average from the undergraduate degree.

Tuition Fee

  • International Applies to you

    28874 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 14437 CAD per semester and a duration of 24 months.

  • National Applies to you

    20250 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 10125 CAD per semester and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for London

  • 1037 - 1630 CAD/month
    Living Costs

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