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.
• In exceptional cases, applicants with a Bachelor's degree and an overall average of at least an A- and who demonstrate advanced research ability may be admitted into the PhD 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 4 in Analytical sections
• GRE must have been taken within the past two years from date of application

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Supporting Documents

• Online application form
• Two sets of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can report on the applicant's academic ability and qualifications. For tips, click here
• Scientific Interest Form: A list of faculty members that the applicant would like to work with. In addition, applicant must provide a summary (no longer than a page) of scientific interests and goals.
• TOEFL scores: required for applicants whose primary language is not English or applicants who received their undergraduate degree in any language other than English
  • Minimum scores
    • Internet-based: 100
    • Paper-based: 590
    • Computer-based: 243
• GRE scores (if applicable)
• Information regarding professional and research experience and/or awards received. This is optional except for those who have been out of university for more than two years.

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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 2012-2013

Master’s Program

• First year tuition (Domestic Students): $4,349.16/year
• First year tuition (International Students): $7,640.70/year

PhD Program

• PhD students will receive PhD tuition rebate for the first four years of their PhD program. Student fees are not rebated.

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Funding

• Minimum (Masters): $ 20,000/year
• Minimum (PhD): $ 21,000/year

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