University of British Columbia Microbiology and Immunology

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Contacts

Website: http://www.microbiology.ubc.ca/graduate
Phone: 604.822.3308
Admissions e-mail: grad@microbiology.ubc.ca

Program Information

  • Microbiology & Immunology
  • Master of Science (MSc)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Number of Active Graduate Students (2007):
    • 60 in the PhD program
    • 26 in the Master’s program
  • Research areas include:
    • Molecular & Applied Microbiology
    • Biotechnology
    • Cell and Developmental Biology
    • Molecular Biology
    • Molecular Genetics
    • Molecular Immunology
    • Microbial Pathogenicity
    • Virology
  • Applicants may start either the MSc or PhD program in September (Fall semester), January (Winter semester) or May (Summer semester).

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Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

Master’s Program
  • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field equivalent to a 4-year Bachelor’s degree from the University of British Columbia
  • Required Courses
    • Microbiology
    • Biochemistry
    • General Biology
    • General Chemistry
PhD Program
  • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field equivalent to Master’s degree from the University of British Columbia. Students must show strong research potential as well.
    • Students may apply to the PhD program after finishing one year of the Master’s program.

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GPA

Master’s Program
  • Minimum: An average of “B+” (76% at UBC) during the last two years of undergraduate study or have 12 credits worth of 3rd or 4th-year courses with an “A-“ average (80% at UBC).
PhD Program
  • Minimum: An average of “B+” (76% at UBC) during the Master’s degree.

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GRE

  • The GRE is only required for International Students, but still recommended for North American students.
  • Minimum score: 600 range in Quantitative and Analytical sections

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Supporting Documents

  • Application form (online)
  • Two sets of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
  • TOEFL scores (if applicable)
  • GRE scores (if applicable)
  • Three letters of recommendation from people can make a judgement regarding the applicant’s abilities.
  • Scientific Interest Form: A list of faculty members that the applicant would like to work with. In addition, there must be a summary (no longer than a page) of scientific interests and goals.
  • Information regarding professional and research experience and/or awards received. This information is optional. However, those who have been out of university for more than two years must provide this information.

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Other Requirements

  • Proof of English proficiency for the applicants outside of Canada for those who English is not the language of instruction at the applicant’s current university. Candidates that fall in this category must fulfill the English requirement with one of the following minimum scores:
  1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
  • Internet-based test: 100 total
  • Paper-based test: 590
  • Computer-based test: 243
  1. International English Language Testing Service (IELTS): Band of 6.5 overall and 6.0 in each academic component
  2. Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 81 overall
  3. GCE A-Level English Examination: Minimum of “B”

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Timeline

  • December 15: Application deadline for Summer semester entry.
  • April 15: Application deadline for Fall semester entry.
  • September 15: Application deadline for Winter semester entry.

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Tuition 2009-2010

Master’s Program
  • First year tuition (Domestic Students): $ 4,098.30/year
  • First year tuition (International Students): $ 7,200.00/year
PhD Program
  • First year tuition (Domestic Students): $ 4,098.30/year
  • First year tuition (International Students): $ 7,200/year

For more information on the Master’s program, click here and here
For more information on the PhD program, click here and here
For information on scholarships, click here
For more information on financial aid, click here
For information on Teaching Assistantships, click here


Funding

  • Minimum (All students): $ 21,000/year (for 2007-2008)

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