Memorial University of Newfoundland Human Genetics
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Contacts
Website: http://www.med.mun.ca/graduate/pages/genetics.htm
Tel: (709) 777-6367
Admissions email: raudas@mun.ca
Admission Requirements
General
- 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.
Academic Requirements
- A B.Sc degree showing at least 75% over the last 2 years of full time study.
- 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.
Financial Requirements
- Fees pay at the time of registration.
See this link for details: http://www.med.mun.ca/graduate/pages/fees.htm
- 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.
Documents
- 1 official transcript sent directly from the issuing school.
- 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
Other
- 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.
Deadlines
- May 31st:deadline for Fall enrollment of full time students.
- July 31st: deadline for Fall enrollment of part time students.
- October 31st: deadline for Winter enrollment of full time students.
- November 30th: deadline for Winter enrollment of part time students.
Financial Requirements
- Fees pay at the time of registration.
See this link for details: http://www.med.mun.ca/graduate/pages/fees.htm
- 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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