Overview

You’ll receive theoretical and hands-on training in advanced molecular techniques. During your time with us, you will publish your research in scientific journals and present your results at conferences.

All students in this program receive financial support. As of 2022/23, the minimum yearly stipend is $26,000 made up from supervisor’s research grants and/or teaching assistantships and, where applicable, university scholarships and awards.

Outcomes

Graduates with an MSc in Microbiology at University of Victoria will be able to:

develop proficiency with leading-edge techniques in microbiology

think critically to solve research problems

write high quality papers for peer-reviewed scientific journals

develop written and oral communication skills, both for specialised and general audiences

demonstrate skills in organization, implementation, interpretation and analysis of research data

experience upholding high ethical standards, integrity and responsibilities of a practicing scientist

contribute to new scientific knowledge in their subfield or speciality

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

You may apply to this program year-round, but your application is due at least a month before your proposed entry term.

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

Microbiology View 19 other Masters in Microbiology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your bachelor’s degree should give you an appropriate background in biochemistry.
Preference for admission is given to students with at least a 77% (B+, 6.0 GPA) average in the last two years of undergraduate study.
You may also be considered with an equivalent of a minimum B (5.0 GPA) average over the last two years of your degree.
As part of your application, you must submit:
a letter of intent outlining your research interests and your reasons for wanting to study in this program
a current résumé
two reference names and their email addresses
post-secondary transcripts
proof of supervisor support

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

≈ 5602 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Microbiology.

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