Difference between revisions of "Memorial University of Newfoundland Human Genetics"

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The Human Genetics program is part of the department of Medicine so the admission procedures and criteria are the same as the Medicine program.
This program allows the student to understand human genetics including both theory & practical applications of human disease.
Student must take an advanced undergraduate course in genetics, a min of 2 graduate courses & a thesis-based research.
Apply online at http://www.mun.ca/sgs/
Encouraged to make contact such as email with a potential supervisor before or at the time of sending in a full application.
- Supervisor has to provide student with supervision, space, equipment & research funds.

Applicants should hold a second class degree from a recognized University to be admitted into the Diploma or MSc programs or
Applicants must hold a Masters degree from a recognized University to be admitted into the PhD

Candidates may submit an online application or submit a completed application forms to the School of Graduate Studies Office
$40 Application fee

Area of research: cancer genetics, genetic epidemiology, gene mapping, medical genetics, birth defects, & population genetics.
Admission is decided by the school of Graduate studies on the recommendation from the Chair of Administrative committee.

Should register for funding such as Dean’s fellowship. If awarded, student will get $18,000/year. http://www.med.mun.ca/graduate/pages/fellowships.htm
Other ways of receiving external financial support are scholarships, research funding, & industry-sponsored funds.
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 ===Academic Requirements===
-*Candidates may submit an online application or submit a completed application forms to the School of Graduate Studies Office
+*Applicants should hold a second class degree from a recognized University to be admitted into the Diploma or MSc programs or
-*A B.Sc degree showing at least 75% over the last 2 years of full time study.
+*Applicants must hold a Masters degree from a recognized University to be admitted into the PhD
-**Have completed a statistics undergraduate course.
-**From an institution recognized by the Senate.
-*Should obtain knowledge of the proposed field of study.
-*High degree of English literacy is needed too.
 ===Documents===
-*1 official transcript sent directly from the issuing school.
+*Candidates may submit an online application or submit a completed application forms to the School of Graduate Studies Office
-**Certification of degree completion if not included in transcript.
-**English translations of all supporting documentation.
-*Official test scores directly from testing centers if required.
-*3 letters of recommendation
-**Appraisals have to be an academic reference & at least 1 is a professional reference.
-*Foreign students need work permit & health insurance.
-*Social insurance card needed
 *$40 Application fee