Overview

The Experimental Medicine Program from University of British Columbia is intended for individuals seeking a career in research.

The Department of Medicine offers opportunities and facilities for advanced studies in Experimental medicine, leading toward the M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees.

Features

Members of the Department direct research programs in a wide range of basic and clinically relevant areas. There are a variety of special interest areas of national and international stature.

Specialties within the Experimental Medicine Program include: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hematology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Immunology, Medical Oncology, Molecular Biology, Nephrology, Neurology and Respiratory Medicine.

Programme Structure

Research

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

All applicants need firm commitment from a supervisor prior to applying.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

96

Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Medicine View 7 other PhDs in Biomedical Science in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

96

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Many programs require a statement of interest, sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

Tuition Fee

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International

9690 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9690 CAD per year during 72 months.
National

5515 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5515 CAD per year during 72 months.

Living costs for Vancouver

1590 - 2686 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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