University of British Columbia Microbiology and Immunology

Contacts

Website: http://www.microbiology.ubc.ca/graduate
Phone: 604.822-3615
Admissions e-mail: micbgrad@interchange.ubc.ca

Program Information

• Microbiology & Immunology
• Master of Science (MSc):
  • 2-3 years
  • 18 credits
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
  • 4-6 years
• Number of Active Graduate Students:
  • 60 in the PhD program
  • 30 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
• Minimum score: 600 range in Quantitative and 4 in Analytical sections
• GRE must have been taken within the past two years from date of application

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Supporting Documents

• Application form online
• Two sets of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
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• TOEFL scores (for international students)
  • Minimum TOEFL score is 590 paper-based, 243 computer-based, or 100 internet-based
• GRE scores (for international students)
  • 600 range in Quantitative section and 4 in the Analytical section is recommended
• Three letters of recommendation
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• 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.
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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

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For information on Teaching Assistantships, click here

Funding

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

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