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The Microbiology and Immunology programme includes the study of bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites as well as the immune system. Students can investigate the ecology, evolution and environments of microorganisms, the diseases they cause, the microbiome and its influence on the immune system and our health, immunity and disease. We are seeking solutions to the problem of antibiotic resistance; using microbial engineering in industrial processing and environmental remediation; determining how our immune system can best protect us against infection and cancer; using this information to design new immunotherapies and treatments for inflammation and auto-immune diseases. Our research spans population and systems biology and ecology, organism behavior and function, as well as cell interactions and molecular mechanisms. Our graduates are extensively trained in analytical thinking, creative innovation, and effective communication. Degrees in our programme accelerate students in a wide variety of careers in industry, academia, not-for-profit organisations, and the business world.

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

What makes the program unique?

Microbiology has been an integral part of UBC since the university's inception in 1915. Our programme is a strong and collaborative community of microbiologists, immunologists, biochemists and cell biologists, based at UBC and affiliated hospitals. We promote fundamental and translational research and we enjoy strong connections to clinicians, engineers, and epidemiologists across Canada. Many of our students are located in the Life Sciences Institute, a world-class collection of scientists with core facilities for advanced flow cytometry, microscopy and imaging, and high-throughput biology together with the Facility for Infectious Disease and Epidemic Research. Other researchers are located in the Michael Smith Laboratories. We also work closely with a variety of local organizations such as adMare Bioinnovations and the Genome Sciences Centre, with opportunities for commercialisation and entrepreneurship.

I decided to study at UBC because the Microbiology and Immunology program grants fantastic exposure to the different views of disease from the perspective of different pathogens and hosts.

Christopher Lee

Quick Facts

Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, 1) check eligibility, minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

• Canada or the United States
• International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 100

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 7.0

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is not required.

2) Meet Deadlines

May 2025 intake, application open date, canadian applicants, international applicants, september 2025 intake, may 2026 intake, deadline explanations.

Deadline to submit online application. No changes can be made to the application after submission.

Deadline to upload scans of official transcripts through the applicant portal in support of a submitted application. Information for accessing the applicant portal will be provided after submitting an online application for admission.

Deadline for the referees identified in the application for admission to submit references. See Letters of Reference for more information.

3) Prepare Application

Transcripts.

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.

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• Supervision

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

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology (PhD)

Citizenship verification.

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

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial Support

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Program Funding Packages

All full-time PhD students in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology will be provided with a funding package of $29,270 stipend plus a life supplement equivalent to tuition for up to five years of their PhD. The funding package may consist of any combination of internal or external awards, teaching-related work, research assistantships, and graduate academic assistantships.

Average Funding

• 19 students received Teaching Assistantships. Average TA funding based on 19 students was $6,612.
• 34 students received Research Assistantships. Average RA funding based on 34 students was $18,034.
• 7 students received Academic Assistantships. Average AA funding based on 7 students was $2,749.
• 37 students received internal awards. Average internal award funding based on 37 students was $15,581.
• 11 students received external awards. Average external award funding based on 11 students was $17,939.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

Financial aid (need-based funding)

Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

Working while studying

The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals

Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

Cost Estimator

Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Outcomes

75 students graduated between 2005 and 2013: 1 graduate is seeking employment; 1 is in a non-salaried situation; for 7 we have no data (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016). For the remaining 66 graduates:

Sample Employers in Higher Education

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A PhD in M&I prepares students for demanding high profile scientific positions in academia, biotechnology, government and charitable organisations, and entrepreneurial start-up companies. Our PhD graduates who plan an academic career proceed to postdoctoral positions across the globe and become professors at universities, research institutes and teaching hospitals. PhD graduates interested in scientific management and policy work within Government agencies such as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Canadian Revenue Agency and the National Research Council of Canada. Many graduates employ their specialization in professional careers such as Law and Medicine while a large percentage are senior scientists in Biotechnology companies around the world such as Novartis, Genentech, Pfizer, BioRad and Tekmira.  

Alumni on Success

Costanza Casiraghi

Job Title Senior Scientist

Employer Chiesi Pharmaceuticals

Jennifer Geddes-McAlister

Job Title Humboldt Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Employer Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry

Job Title Research Scientist and Manager

Employer UBC

Elitza Tocheva

Job Title Assistant Professor

Employer Universite de Montreal

Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

These statistics show data for the Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology (PhD). Data are separated for each degree program combination. You may view data for other degree options in the respective program profile.

ENROLMENT DATA

Completion Rates & Times

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Advice and insights from UBC Faculty on reaching out to supervisors

These videos contain some general advice from faculty across UBC on finding and reaching out to a supervisor. They are not program specific.

This list shows faculty members with full supervisory privileges who are affiliated with this program. It is not a comprehensive list of all potential supervisors as faculty from other programs or faculty members without full supervisory privileges can request approvals to supervise graduate students in this program.

• Abraham, Ninan (Mammals, pathogens, genetic analysis, proper cell funtion, development, maintenance and proper functioning of T- and B-cells )
• Av-Gay, Yossef (Tuberculosis)
• Brown, Kelly (Medical, health and life sciences; childhood rheumatic diseases; Inflammation; phagocytes)
• Crowe, Sean (Geobiology, biogeochemistry, microbial evolution)
• Eltis, Lindsay (Biochemistry; Genomics; Immunology; Microbiology; Bacterial catabolism of steroids and lignin; biocatalyst development; Enzymes and Proteins; Metabolism (Living Organisms); Mycobacterium tuberculosis)
• Fernandez, Rachel (Bordetella pertusis, whooping cough, lipopolysaccharide)
• Finlay, B Brett (Infectious agents, bacteria, microbial infections and how humans react to it)
• Gold, Michael (understanding cell signaling, morphology, trafficking, and effector function of immune cells and tumour cells)
• Hallam, Steven (Microbiome; Microbial ecology; metagenomics; Biological engineering; Synthetic biology; Bioinformatics; Machine Learning; Entrepreneurship)
• Hancock, Robert E (Medical, health and life sciences; cationic peptides as anti-biofilm agents; systems immunology)
• Harder, Kenneth (Host-pathogen, tumours, infection, immunity, atherosclerosis, role of macrophages in inflammation)
• Hirst, Martin (Bioinformatics; Clinical oncology; Genomics; Immunology; Microbiology; Carcinogenesis; Cellular Differentiation; Epigenomics; Leukemia; Molecular Genetics)
• Horwitz, Marc (Mechanisms of viral-induced immune disease in a variety of complex chronic disorders)
• Jean, Francois (Medical virology; Protein trafficking in cell biology; Proteomics; Enzymes (including kinetics and mechanisms, and biocatalyst); Organelle function; Virology; Systems biology; Cellular virology; Emerging human viruses; COVID-19; Host-virus interactions; Broad-based antiviral agents; Antiviral agents; Natural products as antiviral agents; Lipid-modulating drugs; Cellular protease inhibitors; Viral protease inhibitors; Human coronaviruses; SARS-CoV-2; Human flaviviruses; Dengue virus; Zika virus; West Nile virus; Influenza A virus; Human microRNAs; Therapeutic microRNA; Viral and cellular biomarkers; Molecular diagnostics for detecting viral infection; Circulating exosomes; Exosomal microRNAs; Proteomics-based technologies; Multiplexed and Mass Spectrometric quantitation assays)
• Jefferies, Wilfred Arthur (Iron transport molecules)
• Johnson, Pauline (Diseases of the Immune System; Immunology; Inflammation; Immune-cancer interactions; Innate immunity; Macrophages and myeloid cells)
• King, Kayla (host-microbial parasite/pathogen systems)
• Kronstad, James (Bioinformatics; Immunology; Microbiology; Plant biology; Mycology; Fungal diseases of plants; Genomics and Proteomics; Medical Mycology; Molecular Genetics; Pathogenesis of infectious diseases; Plant-Microbe Interactions)
• Levings, Megan (Immunology; Cell therapy; Immune tolerance; Transplantation; Autoimmunity; Gene Therapy; Regulatory T cells)
• Manges, Amee (Health sciences; Immunology; Microbiology; Public and population health; Epidemiology; Molecular epidemiology; Public health)
• McMaster, W Robert (Molecular Immunology)
• Mohn, William (pollutant biodegradation, pollutant bioremediation, biological treatment of forest industry effluents and wastes, microbial ecology, environmental biotechnology, forest soil microbial ecology, tuberculosis, microbial genomics, Microbial ecology)
• Money, Deborah (Medical, health and life sciences; Reproductive Infectious Diseases,; Vaccine studies, vaginal microbiome, HIV, COVID in pregnancy)
• Murphy, Michael (Bacteriology; Enzymes (including kinetics and mechanisms, and biocatalyst); Alternatives to antibiotics; Bacterial pathogenesis; Biological and Biochemical Mechanisms; Functional and Structural Proteomics; Microbial metal metabolism)
• Osborne, Lisa (influence that the bacteria that live on and in our intestines, lungs and skin have on human health; understanding how the host recognizes the diverse species that reside in the gut - from microscopic viruses to large, multicellular helminthic worms - and tailors an immune response of the appropriate scope and magnitude necessary to achieve homeostasis)

Doctoral Citations

Sample Thesis Submissions

• Diet and the microbiome in Parkinson's disease
• Mechanisms by which plants shape the rhizosphere microbiome structure and function
• Using population dynamics to uncover key barriers and signals involved in enteric infection
• Exploring bacterial communication signaling in the context of the intestinal microbiota
• Investigation of L-type calcium channels as potential targets for cancer therapy
• Mechanisms by which beneficial Pseudomonas species suppress plant immunity and protect plants from pathogens
• Patrolling monocyte development and regulation of obesity, tumour metastases, and Alzheimer's disease
• Single cell profiling of the immune system landscape in Lyn deficiency and colorectal cancer
• Control of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection by the macrophage Glycogen Synthase Kinase-3
• Control of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection by the macrophage Glycogen Synthase Kinase-3 : [supplementary material]
• Applications of metagenomic sequencing for virus detection and characterization of upper respiratory infections
• Hidden figures : an untold story of the impact of postnatal multiple micronutrient deficiencies on host phenome and gut microbiome
• Influences of tissue location and pathogen behaviour on CD8 T cell responses to intestinal viral infections
• Characterizing host protein post-translational modification in pathogenic Escherichia coli infection
• The gut microbiota in Parkinson's disease

Related Programs

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• Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology (MSc)

Further Information

Specialization.

Microbiology and Immunology offers opportunities for original research in the areas of molecular and applied microbiology, biotechnology, cell and developmental biology, epigenetics, geomicrobiology, molecular biology, molecular genetics, molecular immunology, microbial ecology, microbial pathogenesis, and virology.

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Kabir Bhalla

I knew that pursuing a PhD would be an arduous and demanding journey, so when considering my options for graduate studies, finding a campus that felt like home was crucial to me. UBC stood out as the clear and natural choice. Having formed strong connections and built meaningful communities during...

W. Austin Guild

I had a very enjoyable time at the UBC Okanagan campus over the five years I was completing my undergraduate studies. I really wanted to continue my education at UBC, however, I also wanted to experience life in a new city; therefore, I chose to pursue continuing education at the Vancouver campus.

Avril Metcalfe-Roach

I was gifted the book Let Them Eat Dirt during my undergrad, which describes how microorganisms have evolved over the eons to work in symbiosis with their animal hosts. Similar to how an unbalanced diet can cause nutrient deficiencies, changes in the levels of various gut microbes have been shown...

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PhD in Microbiology and Immunology

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Bon à savoir! Ce programme s’adresse autant aux francophones qu’aux anglophones. Consultez la fiche descriptive en français pour en savoir plus.

Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of microbiology and immunology while conducting innovative, cutting-edge research projects.

About this program

Pursue a program aligned to your research interests.

Establish yourself as an independent researcher in the field of microbiology and immunology. Within this doctorate program, you will conduct an original research project, present your research findings at scientific conferences, and publish them in peer-reviewed journals. You will develop an original research hypothesis and explain the methods used to experimentally validate the hypothesis. You have the required technical skills for a career in research and excellent critical thinking skills to interpret your results. At the end of the program and subsequent postdoctoral training, you will be positioned to compete for and secure research grants.

• Basic or clinical research in bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology or immunology
• Internationally renowned faculty members and research teams
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary, and fertile learning environment
• Practice-oriented training

Language accommodations

Although Université de Montréal is a French-language university, many of our research departments are open to creating a bilingual environment for students in graduate-level programs. These departments are aware of the importance of bilingualism in order for graduate students to succeed in their research careers.

Students who are proficient in English are therefore welcome and accepted into graduate-level programs.

The Department of Microbiology, Infectious Diseases and Immunology provides a number of accommodations to make you feel comfortable and help you fulfill the requirements of the program even if French is not your main language of study :

• Access to course notes in both French and English.
• Possibility of taking an equivalent course at an English-language university in Montréal.
• Choice of giving oral seminar presentations in either French or English.
• Choice of writing exams in French or English.
• Choice of taking the comprehensive exam in either French or English.
• Choice of writing your doctoral thesis or dissertation in French or English.

All laboratories are offered in a bilingual environment. Above all, staff in the program are available to help and support you throughout your studies.

Advantages of studying microbiology and immunology at UdeM Leading practice-oriented academic institution

• Develop your potential as a researcher at UdeM, the 4th leading recipient of research grants in Canada
• Discover the largest academic laboratory in the country, with cutting-edge equipment
• Collaborate with researchers working in various fields of biomedical research

Courses and specifics

For contact information on the program director or student file management technician, or to find out more about the faculty or department hosting the program, please see the page in French .

• Dissertation or thesis track

Reading, critique and discussion of recent scientific articles in the fields of bacteriology, mycology, immunology and virology. Presentation of articles and discussions led by different professors and guest speakers.

Students present their plan, objectives and preliminary results and discuss how they will continue their research project. Question period. Participation in other student seminars.

Students present and interpret their results and discuss how they will continue their research to earn their degree. Question period. Participation in other student seminars.

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Every living element, sooner or later, must interact with other organisms. Often, these interactions are beneficial, but they can also be aggressive and threaten the physical integrity of one of the partners.

Director, Department of Microbiology, Infectiology and Immunology

Admission requirements

You are eligible only if a faculty member has agreed to supervise your research project or work prior to submitting your admission application.

Be sure to select your choices to display the eligibility conditions that apply to you.

• Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to find a research director prior to submitting their application.
• Official transcripts and two letters of recommendation are required for admission.

Costs and financial aid

$2,117.74 *

Total for a full-time session of 15 credits

Tuition fees: $1,483.65

Other fees: $634.09

These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.

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A funding policy ensures a minimum income for graduate students (page in French)

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Pursue postdoctoral research in clinical or basic sciences or become a leader in research in an industry setting.

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Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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Program overview.

Creating independent scientists and critical thinkers is one of the goals of the Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PhD Thesis) program. Students work with faculty in conducting diverse research, ranging from lung infections in cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis, to molecular diagnostics and therapeutics and vaccine development. The program is associated with several research groups, including the Immunology, Bacterial Pathogenesis and Gastrointestinal Research Group, as well as the Inflammation Research Network. Ambitious students will find many opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and will enjoy studying in the heart of a vibrant, young city that is one of the cleanest in the world and on the doorstep of Alberta's Rocky Mountains.

Completing this program

Courses: Topics may include medical microbiology and microbial diseases, gene expression in bacteria and others.

Research Ethics:  Students are required to attend Research Integrity Day sessions in the first year of their program.

• Sex & Gender Module: Students are required to complete one of the CIHR sex and gender online training modules found at discoversexandgender.ca in the first year of their program.

Seminar: Students will present a public seminar based on the results of their thesis research.

Research proposal: Students must defend a written research proposal to their supervisory committee.

Candidacy: Students will complete both oral and written candidacy exams.

Thesis:  Students will be required to submit and defend an original research thesis.

Pharmaceutical industry – researcher, project manager; academia, including post-doctoral research; government, clinical microbiology, consulting, public health.

A PhD in microbiology and infectious disease is usually considered a final degree; many graduates pursue post-doctoral research.

Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.

Three courses

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Time commitment.

Four years full-time; six years maximum

A supervisor is required, and must agree to oversee the student's research before the student applies for admission

See the Graduate Calendar for information on  fees and fee regulations,  and for information on  awards and financial assistance .

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Eduardo Cobo

Carla Coffin

Jennifer Corcoran

Jeroen De Buck

Rebekah DeVinney

Markus Geuking

Mark Gillrie

Craig Jenne

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Admission Requirements

A minimum of 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

Minimum education

An MSc or equivalent.

Work samples

Reference letters, test scores, english language proficiency.

An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL ibt)  score of 105.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)  score of 7.5 (minimum of 6.0 in each section)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)   score of 75, or higher (Academic version).
• Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL)  score of 70 (minimum 70 in each section)  
• Academic Communication Certificate (ACC)  score of A- in each course.
• Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency  minimum score of 200.
• Duolingo English Test  and obtaining a minimum score of 145* (with no sub-score below 125*). ( temporary until Fall 2024 intake )

For admission on May 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: Mar. 1 application deadline
• International students: Dec. 1 application deadline

For admission on September 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: June 1 application deadline
• International students: Apr. 1 application deadline

For admission on January 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: Oct. 1 application deadline
• International students: Aug. 1 application deadline

If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements

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Microbiology (PhD)

Our PhD in microbiology is an intensive research-based program. The cutting-edge training and scientific mentorship obtained under the supervision of our expert faculty will prepare you for leadership roles in research-oriented careers.

To enter the program, you will complete coursework and pass a candidacy examination. You will publish your research in scientific journals and present your results at conferences.

All students in this program receive financial support. As of 2022/23, the minimum yearly stipend is $26,000 made up from supervisor’s research grants and/or teaching assistantships and, where applicable, university scholarships and awards.

Quick facts

Graduates with a PhD in Microbiology will be able to:

• develop proficiency with leading-edge techniques in microbiology
• think critically to solve research problems
• write high quality papers for peer-reviewed scientific journals
• develop written and oral communication skills, both for specialised and general audiences
• demonstrate skills in organization, implementation, interpretation and analysis of research data
• experience upholding high ethical standards, integrity and responsibilities of a practicing scientist
• contribute to new scientific knowledge in their subfield or speciality

Find a supervisor

All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:

• You must list a potential supervisor on your application
• This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.

To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.

Please include the following in your email:

• your research interests and relevant experience
• your résumé or CV
• unofficial transcript(s)
• contact information for two references

Alisdair Boraston

Professor Protein-carbohydrate recognition.

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Brad Nelson

Professor (Limited Term) Immune response to cancer, immunotherapy, T cell biology, cytokines, signal transduction, cell cycle regulation.

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Caren Helbing

Professor Thyroid hormone signaling, amphibian metamorphosis, environmental pollutant effects on hormone action, environmental DNA.

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Caroline Cameron

Professor Infectious diseases, spirochete bacteria, host cell-pathogen molecular interactions.

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Christopher Nelson

Associate Professor Transcription, RNA metabolism, DNA repair pathways

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David Goodlett

Professor and Director of the UVIC Genome BC Proteomics Centre Host-pathogen interactions, structure activity relationship of lipid A, microbial diagnostics, mass spectrometry-based technology and software development, lipidomics, proteomics and systems biology.

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Jennifer Cobb

Professor and Interim Chair of the department Genome instability, nuclear organization, chromatin, and cancer initiation; Our current areas of investigation include DSB repair pathway choice during cellular aging using genetic, molecular biological, and biochemical approaches.

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Professor Cancer and immunology, proteomics and metabolomics, host microbe interactions, structural biology, health and aging.

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Professor (Limited Term) Immunometabolism, metabolic roles of autophagy in cancer and T cells, engineering T cells, immunotherapy, metabolomics.

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Lauren Davey

Assistant Professor Genetic analysis of the beneficial intestinal bacterium Akkermansia muciniphila; microbe-microbe interactions; factors influencing colonization and host health.

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Lisa Reynolds

Associate Professor Microbiome, helminth (parasitic worm) infections, bacterial infections, mucosal immunology.

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Mariya Goncheva

Assistant Professor Investigating viral-bacterial interactions during co-infection in the lungs; host-pathogen and pathogen-pathogen interactions; respiratory viruses; Gram positive pathogens.

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Martin Boulanger

Professor Host-pathogen and vector-pathogen interactions, design of small molecule therapeutics and vaccines.

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Perry Howard

Associate Professor RNA processing in stem cells, regulation of Pax6 by miRNA, rewiring of tyrosine pathway in cancer.

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Stephen Evans

Professor Protein-carbohydrate recognition, x-ray crystallography, scientific visualization.

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Stephen Tuffs

Assistant Professor Host-pathogen interactions; Staphylococcus aureus; inflammation; Bacterial toxins; Staphylococcal biology and microbial interactions.

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Application deadlines.

September entry – August 1 January entry – December 1 May entry – April 1

You may apply to this program year-round, but your application is due at least a month before your proposed entry term.

You must apply by March 31 for September entry to be guaranteed consideration for University of Victoria Fellowships. These awards are merit-based, and you must have a minimum GPA of 80% (A- average) in the last two years of study to qualify.

Admission requirements

Program specific requirements.

Your master’s degree must be in a field related to microbiology.

Preference for admission is given to students with at least a 77% (B+, 6.0 GPA) average in the last two years of study.

You may also be considered if you have a minimum GPA of 73% for the last two years of study (a B average or 5.0 GPA) and a demonstrated record of research ability.

As part of your application, you must submit:

• a letter of intent outlining your research interests and your reasons for wanting to study in this program
• a current résumé
• two reference names and their email addresses
• post-secondary transcripts
• proof of supervisor support

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View the minimum course requirements for this program.

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Estimated values determined by the tuition fee estimator shall not be binding to the University of Victoria.

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Microbiology (PhD)

Program description.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology offered by the Department of Natural Resource Sciences in the Faculty of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences is a research-intensive program that emphasizes tailored and hands-on learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature review, critical thinking, and scientific communication to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.

Keywords: microbial ecology, microbial diversity, microbial genetics, bioremediation, infections, antibiotics, bacterial physiology, bacterial genetics and genomics, plant-microbe interactions, and bioinformatics.

Unique Program Features

• The program offers specialized knowledge ranging from the study of microbial diversity in extreme environments, either natural or man-induced, to the role of microbes in managed ecosystems, such as in agriculture and forests;
• Some Faculty members study various aspects of the use of microorganisms for biodegradation and bioremediation of contaminated sites and have even started recently examining Earth-based systems as models of extraterrestrial ones in the emerging field of Astrobiology;
• The Department is affiliated with the Lyman Entomological Museum and Research Laboratory, the Molson Nature Reserve, the Morgan Arboretum, and the Ecomuseum of the St. Lawrence Valley Natural History Society;
• Graduates pursue careers in academia, government agencies, and industry.

University-Level Admission Requirements

• An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
• English-language proficiency

Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.

Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.

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Department Contact

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Application deadlines.

Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.

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Graduate Studies

The Microbiology and Immunology Department is unique in that it offers it's Graduate students numerous opportunities to be recognized for their academic and research accomplishments through a series of prestigious awards. Apart from the Travel award, these awards are provided directly to the students on top of their regular stipends/scholarships. These awards all reward excellence pertaining to various aspects of the students' performance: Entrance awards based on entrance academic grades, the R.G.E. Murray award based on performance in the Graduate seminar series, Travel awards based on demonstrated scientific productivity that warrants presentation at conferences, and the Robinson, Thomas and Poland awards that each recognize comprehensive academic and scientific excellence at various stages of a Graduate student's career. Graduate students from the Microbiology and Immunology department can also compete for awards offered through the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and Western University.

All students are encouraged to apply for variety of scholarships. There are a variety of opportunities at various levels of competition. Details can be found on Western's Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies website under Student Finances and on the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry website .   

List of Awards

Cihr doctoral research awards.

The CIHR Doctoral Research Awards Program funds applications in any area of health research. Two streams of scholarships are administered through a single application: The Frederick Banting & Charles Best Canada Graduate Scholarships-Doctoral Awards (CGS-D)  program provides special recognition and support to students who are pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada.

The Doctoral Foreign Study Awards (DFSA) program provides special recognition and support to students who are pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field abroad.

Number will vary

Value: $35,000 per year for 36 months

Timeline and Deadlines:

August 1 : Application opens in ResearchNET September 25 (8:00 p.m. EDT) : ResearchNET Application Deadline for Western University This is a hard deadline and applications cannot be returned for corrections/revisions after this date Between October 1 and October 7: Application access provided to Faculites October 28 : Faculties submit ranked A-lists by agency to SGPS October 30 to November 13 : SGPS selection committees select A-list applications for the three agency quotas November 23 : Agency Deadline for universities to submit selected applications to CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC April : Anticipated notice of decisions

• Application Instructions

Previous awardees (as of 2019):

2023: Shirley Constable (CIHR, Doctoral, Prodger), Jaspreet Toor (CIHR, Doctoral, Barra/Cairns), Gerrit Stuivenberg (CIHR, Doctoral, Burton and Reid), Andris Evans (CIHR, Doctoral, Mymryk)

2020: Johnny Chmiel- PhD (CIHR Doctoral, Burton & Bjazevic)

2019: Noor Salloum (CIHR Doctoral, Creuzenet)

NSERC Doctoral Research Awards

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) offers two types of research training awards through one application: the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarships-Doctoral (CGS-D) and the NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships-Doctoral (PGS-D).

Value: 

CGS-D: $35,000 per year for 36 months PGS-D: $21,000 per year for 36 months

August 1 : Application opens in the NSERC Online System September 25 (8:00 p.m. EDT) : NSERC Online Application Deadline for Western University This is a hard deadline and applications cannot be returned for corrections/revisions after this date Between October 1 and October 7: Application access provided to Faculites October 28 : Faculties submit ranked A-lists by agency to SGPS October 30 to November 13 : SGPS selection committees select A-list applications for the three agency quotas November 23 : Agency Deadline for universities to submit selected applications to CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC April : Anticipated notice of decisions

Previous awardees (as of 2020):

2023: Camryn Bonn (NSERC, Doctoral, McGavin)

2022: Katelyn MacNeil (NSERC, Doctoral, Mymryk)

2021:  Brendan Daisley (NSERC, Doctoral, Reid)

2020: Robert Kuiack (NSERC, Doctoral, McGavin)

Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master's

The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master’s Program (CGSM) is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies.

Value: $17,500 for 12 months, non-renewable

September 1: Online Application is available in the Research Portal December 1: Application Deadline (before 8:00 p.m. EST) December 2: Applications become accessible to universities December 2 - December 14: SGPS populates the Competition Cohorts with application records for the three internal CGSM competitions (CIHRM, NSERCM, SSHRCM) December 15 – February 1: Graduate Program assessment of application eligibility and adjudication of eligible applications February 2 - March 31: SGPS CGSM Selection Committee convenes for selection of the new 91 CGSM Scholars-Elect April 1: SGPS posts results to the Research Portal

2023: Omar Almomani(CIHR, Masters, Prodger), Pierce Nelson (CIHR, Masters, Sener), Serina Chahal (CIHR, Masters, Zheng), Mike Salnikov (CIHR, Masters, Mymryk), Joshua Yi (CIHR, Masters, Dekoter) Sarah Gowanlock (CIHR, Masters, Prodger), Jack Teplitsky (CIHR, Masters, Dikeakos), Ainslie Shouldice (CIHR, Masters, Prodger)

2022: Polykronis Akouris (NSERC, Masters, Burton), Shirley Constable (CIHR, Masters, Prodger), Brandon Dickson (CIHR, MAsters, Heit), Inbar Habaz (NSERC, Mastersm Haeryfar), Camille Leblanc (NSERC, Masters, Heinrichs), Victor Lam (CIHR, Masters, Prodger), Yilong Li (NSERC, Masters, Gunaratnam), Nicole Wang (CIHR, Masters, Haeryfar)

2021: Eoin Blythe (Dekaban), Camryn Bonn (McGavin), Lane Buchanan (Prodger), Daniel Labach (Barr), Alex Lac (Heit), Antony Lurie (Dikeakos), Gerrit Stuivenberg (Burton), Eric Shao (Prodger), Roy Zang (Dikeakos)

2020: Cassandra Edgar (CIHR, Masters, Dikeakos); Geoffrey Rempel (CIHR, Masters, Prodger); Luana Langlois (NSERC, Masters, Burton); Matthew Myles (NSERC, Masters, Creuzenet)

Ontario Graduate Scholarships and Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarships in Science & Technology

The Graduate Studies Committee in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology will internally adjudicate applications for Ontario Graduate Scholarships and Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarships in Science & Technology . These scholarships will be awarded to doctoral and master’s students. Current and prospective students are eligible and are encouraged to apply. Master's and doctoral candidates will be adjudicated separately, and each application will be awarded points for each category in a competitive manner relative to your peers. Applications must be submitted to conform to the following criteria as described below. Please list your accomplishments in reverse chronological order.

Value: $15,000 for one year (3 consecutive terms)

December 7, 2020 – Western’s Online OGS/QEII-GSST Application opens February 1, 2021 4:00 p.m. (EST) - Final Submission Deadline Application closes April 30, 2021 – Announcement of OGS/QEII-GSS results

Previous awardees (as of 2020): Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarship:

2020: Jacklyn Hurst (McCormick); Smriti Juriasingani (Sener); Anthony Lurie (Dikeakos); Rong Zang (Dikeakos)

Ontario Graduate Scholarship:

2023: Cassandra Edgar (Dikeakos), Izabella Batko (Heinrichs), Aanchal Rishi (McCormick), Lane Buchanan (Prodger), Paul Solis-Reyes (Arts), Victor Lam (Prodger/Troyer), Nicole Wang (Haeryfar)

2022: Maria Abou Taka- MSc (Sener), Amena Aktar - PhD (Heit), Mackenzie Dodge- PhD (Mymryk), Cassandra Edgar- PhD (Dikeakos), Mitch Mumby- PhD (Dikeakos), Gerrit Stuivenberg- PhD (Burton and Reid), Blake Shannon- PhD (McCormick)

2021: Denny Chin- PhD (Heinrichs), Lulian Derecichei- PhD (Arts & Mann), Mackenzie Dodge- PhD (Mymryk), Mitch Mumby- PhD (Dikeakos), Matthew Myles- MSc (Creuzenet), Blake Shannon- PhD (McCormick)

2020: Mitchell Mumby (Dikeakos); Blake Shannon (McCormick); Denny Chin (Heinrichs); Wongsakorn Kiattiburut (Burton)

Dr. FW Luney Graduate Entrance Scholarship in Microbiology & Immunology

This scholarship was established by Mrs. Marion Isabelle (Luney) Murray in honour of her father, Frederick Winnett Luney, a Pathologist and Western Professor. Marion Isabelle (Luney) Murray worked as a medical technologist in St. Joseph's Hospital Laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the Faculty of Medicine at The University of Western Ontario. She was the chief technologist in the Clinical Bacteriology Service for Victoria Hospital and provided technical support to laboratory teaching for the students of medicine and science for many years. Marion died in London, Ontario in 2013 at age 94.   Awarded annually to full-time Master’s or Doctoral students enrolling for the first time in the Microbiology & Immunology Graduate Program, based on early application (applied for the program before February 1), academic achievement (minimum 80% average) and research merit. Recipients will be selected annually by the Graduate Committee of the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. At least one representative of the selection committee must hold membership in the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Number will vary Value: Up to $5000 Effective: May 2016 exclusive to new students

Previous awardees:

2023: Rachel Penney (Prodger and Burton), Salman Ali (McCormick), Liam McFarlane (Sener), Evan Papalambropoulos (Heinrichs), Emily Ying (Dikeakos), Thika Thapa (McGavin), Angela Schincaglia (Haeryfar), Nathan Clifford (Heinrichs), Sashini Loku (Arts), Livia Kucman (Dikeakos), Caleb Charette (Guthrie), Cameron Whalen (Kerfoot), Agetha Mahendran (Haeryfar), Sidar Ortas (Sener), Tyler Pereira (Heinrichs & McCormick), Rachel Nicholson (Heit), Emile Barua (Barr), Maria Fernanda Uribe (Dekoter), Samantha Tapping (Burton), Vincent Du (Heinrichs) Nadine Ibrahim (Heit)

2022: Omar Almomani (Prodger), Serina Chahal (Zheng), Avery Gaudreau (Heinrichs), Victor Lam (Prodger), Reeya Parmar (Prodger), Heidi Rysan (Dekoter), Mike Salnikov (Mymryk), Ainslie Shouldice (Prodger), Stephen Temesy (Creuzenet and Arts), Jack Teplitsky (Dikeakos), Nicole Wang (Haeryfar), Joshua Yi (Dekoter)

2021: Maria Abou Taka (Sener), Daelyn Carroll (Creuzenet), Shirley Constable (Prodger), Camille Leblanc (Heinrichs), Yilong Li (Gunaratnam), Rachel Low (Kim), Daniel Morelli (Kerfoot), Sydney Relouw (Sener) Aanchal Rishi (McCormick), Jaspreet Toor (Barra & Cairns), Nicholas Walton (McCormick), Hannah Wilcox (Prodger)

2020: Daniel Labach, Camryn Bonn, Rong Zang, Antony Lurie, Matthew Myles, Eoin Blythe, Alex Michaud, Gerrit Stuivenberg, Lane Buchanan

2019: Hannah Raczkowski, Jenna Benoit, Cassandra Edgar, Alisha Moynahan, Katelyn MacNeil

2018: Izabela Batko, Michelle Lim, Mitchell Mumby, Dante Foschia, Bita Azad, Rahul Pawa, Johnny Chmiel, Ingrid Hon, Blake Shannon, Katherine Ferguson, Max Zhang, Denny Chin

2017 - Adam Meadows, Akshay Sule, Chanuka Wijewardhana, Darshit Patel, Emiley Watson, Jasper Lee, Sarah Donnelly, So Eo, Christine Wardell, Jason Knapp, Robert Kuiack

2016 - Nina Hunt, Brendan Daisley, Ann-Sophie Laramee, Keertika Yogendirarajah, Richard Berish, Jacklyn Hurst

2015: Brennan Dirk, Emily Pawlak, Tanner Tessier, Joshua Choi, Jamie Halucha, Martin Prusinkiewicz, Stephanie Collins, Arthi Rajamohan, Ashish Patel

2014: Courtney Meilleur, Mark Trinder, Aaron Johnson, Patrick Lac

2013: Julia Di Bella, Julienne Kaiser, Emily Pawlak, Joe Zeppa

2012: Ram Anantha, Megan Enos, Courtney Meilleur

2011: Kyle McDonald, Kristofer James, Joseph Zeppa, Stacey Xu, Matthew Woods

2010: Peter Mitsopoulos, Jenna Kelly, Omar El Halfawy, Jessica Sheldon, Mathias Scinocca

2009: Johnson Cheung, Ryan Lum-Tai, Rod MacPhee, Matt Rytelewski

2008: Saman Maleki Vareki, Biljana Todorovic, Darah Christie, John Cooper

2007: Robert Tohn, Hartley Blumenfeld, David Yue, Lisa Mannik

2006: Emilty Haggerty, Jaspreet Chahal, Karim Khan, Jennifer Tolman

Dr. RGE Murray Graduate Scholarship in Microbiology & Immunology

Number will vary value: $10,000.

2023: Clara Zhang - PhD (Arts), Fariha Khandaker - PhD (Barr), Lei Qi - PhD (Arts), Rashed Rashu - PhD (Haeryfar), Amena Aktar - PhD (Heit), Iulian Derecichei - PhD (Arts)

2022: Izabela Batko - PhD (Heinrichs), Iulian Derecichei- PhD (Arts), Andris Evans - PhD (Mymryk), Aanchal Rishi- MSc (McCormick), Paul Solis-Reyes - PhD (Arts), Lei Qi - PhD (Arts)

2021: Izabela Batko - PhD (Heinrichs), Andris Evans - PhD (Mymryk), Amanda Marple - PhD (McCormick), Alex Michaud - MSc (Haeryfar), Connor Richer- PhD (Troyer), Steven Trothen - PhD (Dikeakos)

2020 -Steven Trothen (Dikeakos); Mackenzie Dodge (Mymryk); Alisha Moynahan (Barra); Daniel Labach (Barr); Katelyn MacNeil (Mymryk)

2019 - Laura Craven, Jacklyn Hurst, Steven Trothen, Bita Azad, Mitchell Mumby, Rahul Pawa

2018 - Laura Craven, Ermela Paparisto, Chanuka Wijewardhana, Ankita Kambli, Rahul Pawa

2017 - Jacklyn Hurst, Robert Kuiack, Ermela Paparisto, Steve Gameiro

2016 - Kait Al, Stephanie Collins, Tanner Tessier, Colin Venner

Dr. FW Luney Graduate Travel Award in Microbiology & Immunology

This scholarship was established by Mrs. Marion Isabelle (Luney) Murray in honour of her father, Frederick Winnett Luney, a Pathologist and Western Professor. Marion Isabelle (Luney) Murray worked as a medical technologist in St. Joseph's Hospital Laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the Faculty of Medicine at The University of Western Ontario. She was the chief technologist in the Clinical Bacteriology Service for Victoria Hospital and provided technical support to laboratory teaching for the students of medicine and science for many years. Marion died in London, Ontario in 2013 at age 94.

Awarded annually to full-time Master’s or Doctoral students enrolled in the Microbiology & Immunology Graduate Program for a minimum of two terms, who are conducting research in Microbiology & Immunology. Awards will be based on academic achievement (minimum 80% average) and research merit. Awards are intended to enable graduate students to attend scholarly conferences or meetings to present their research. Recipients will be selected by the Graduate Committee of the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. At least one representative of the selection committee must hold membership in the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Application forms and supporting documentation must be submitted one week prior to travel in ordered to be considered for the award. Year X students are not eligible.

Number will vary Value: up to $2500

• Travel Application Form   *Effective May 1, 2024

Dr. RGE Murray Microbiology & Immunology Graduate Student Seminar Award

Number: 1 msc and 1 phd award per year value: cash prize up to $500.

2022-2023 - Brandon Dickson (MSc), John Chmiel (PhD) 2021-2022 - Alex Lac (MSc), Denny Chin (PhD) 2020-2021 - Demitra Yotis (MSc), Robert Kuiack (PhD) 2019-2020 - Michelle Lim(MSc), Jacklyn Hurst (PhD) 2018-2019 - Robert Kuiack (MSc), Charles Yin (PhD) 2017-2018 - David Watson (MSc), Kait Al (PhD) 2016-2017 - Nina Hunt (MSc), Cason King (PhD) 2015-2016 - Ali Zhang (MSc), Cason King (PhD) 2014-2015 - Alexander Eastman (MSc), Cason King (PhD)

The Dr. John Robinson Graduate Scholarship

Number: 1 msc per year value: cash prize is $1700 and the recipient's name on a departmental plaque.

2022 - Shirley Constable (supervisor J. Prodger) 2021 - Gerrit Stuivenberg (supervisors J. Burton and G. Reid) 2020 - Cassandra Edgar (supervisor J. Dikeakos) 2019 - Mitchell Mumby (supervisor J. Dikeakos) 2018 - Robert Kuiack (supervisor M. McGavin) 2017 - Brendan Daisley (supervisor G. Reid) 2016 - Patrick Rudak (supervisor M. Haeryfar) 2015 - Kaitlin Al (supervisor J. Burton) 2014 - Emily Pawlak (supervisor J. Dikeakos) 2013 - Courtney Meilleur (supervisor M. Haeryfar) 2012 - Joseph Zeppa (supervisor J. McCormick) 2011 - Ian Lobb (supervisor A. Sener) 2010 - Johnson Cheung (supervisor D. Heinrichs) 2009 - Matthew Miller (supervisor L. Hertel)

The John A. Thomas Award

Number: 1 PhD per year Value: Cash prize is $1200 and the recipient's name on a plaque

• Letter of nomination by Supervisor
• Updated transcript
• One-page summary of the research project
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter from the Graduate Chair of the corresponding Department supporting the student's application and detailing the student's performance. (For applicants not in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology)

The Stephen D. Poland Award

Number: 1 phd per year value: cash prize $1500 and the recipient's name on a plaque.

Previous Awardees:

2021 - Brendan Daisley (supervisor: G. Reid) 2019 - Steven Gameiro (supervisor: J. Mymryk) 2018 - Brennan Dirk (supervisor: J. Dikeakos) 2017 - Cason King (supervisor: J. Mymryk) 2016 - Amy McMillan (supervisor: G. Reid) 2015 - Matt Rytelewski (supervisor: J. Koropatnick) 2014 - Stephen Li (supervisor R. Dekoter) 2013 - Greg Fonseca (supervisor J. Mymryk) 2012 - Katherine Kasper (supervisor J. McCormick) 2011 - Matthew Miller (supervisor J. Mymryk) 2010 - Federico Beasley (supervisor D. Heinrichs) 2009 - Mark Kirchhof (supervisor J. Madrenas) 2008 - Wendy Teft (supervisor J. Madrenas) 2007 - Kristin Chadwick (supervisor M. Bhatia) 2006 - Jennifer Trowbridge (supervisor M. Bhatia) 2005 - Jonathan Hill (supervisor E. Cairns & D. Bell) 2004 - Nikita Avvakumov (supervisor J. Mymryk) 2003 - Matthew Lefebre (supervisor M. Valvano)

Drs. Madge and Charles Macklin Fellowship for Publication/Teaching and Research in Medical Sciences

The Drs. Madge and Charles Macklin Fellowship is available to full-time doctoral students in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry who have published their doctoral research as first author in a peer reviewed journal. This fellowship was established by a bequest from Margaret Macklin Frewen.  Eligibility Full-time doctoral student registered in a Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry graduate program may apply. Candidates must have at least one year remaining for the completion of their degree to be eligible. Details

Number: 1 PhD per year Value: Cash prize up to $4500

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PhD in Microbiology In Canada: Best Doctorate Degrees & Top Universities

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A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree can be a truly rewarding and fascinating experience. In a graduate program, especially in the niche of Microbiology, the scope of research subjects seems never-ending. A PhD in Microbiology in Canada can be a stepping stone to being a skilled and knowledgeable Microbiologist or providing a better grasp of the role of microbiology in diseases and illnesses for public health.

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This handy guide is curated with the intent of helping you find the right university for your PhD dreams. The list consists of the five best universities that accept international students for PhD in Microbiology in Canada. We will cover the admission requirements as well as intake dates and course costs.

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University of Calgary, Alberta

In the four-year thesis-based M.Sc Microbiology and Infectious Diseases program, students are given the opportunity to work with faculty members in performing various research studies like lung infections in cystic fibrosis, systemic infections, molecular diagnostics, and vaccine development. 

Minimum Requirements

• 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the final two years of the undergraduate degree
• M.Sc degree with First Class Division or equivalent
• Two reference letters
• Any one of these English proficiency tests: 
• TOEFL score of 105
• IELTS score of 7.5
• PTE score of 75
• CAEL score of 70 with no section below 70
• ACC with A- in each course

A supervisor is required to oversee the performance and research of each student and should agree to the same before a student applies for admission.

Program Fees and Intake

The program has four intake periods: May, July, September, and January. The fee for international students is CAD 8,081 annually and is paid on a pro-rata basis in four instalments per year.

Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia

Students taking the Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology at Dalhousie University usually have their independent research published in two to three highly respected journals. The duration of the course ranges from four to five years. The course covers topics from diseases to immunity. 

The PhD classes are determined by the supervisory committee, and students are required to attend a weekly journal club to present groundbreaking publications. Applicants must contact a faculty member whose research interests them and request them to take on a supervisory role.

• A First Class thesis-based Master’s degree or its equivalent granted by a recognized university
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 in the last 60 credit hours of study
• Any of the following English proficiency tests:
• Internet-based TOEFL (Academic iBT) score of 100
• Dalhousie College of Continuing Education (CCE) English-language test with A grade

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The PhD in Microbiology and Immunology has three intakes during the year: September, January, and May. The estimated fees, including tuition, incidental fees, and supplies, come up to 11,960 CAD per year for international students who plan to live off-campus and without a meal plan. The inclusion of campus residence and meal plan will raise the cost to a maximum of 26,520 CAD.

University of Manitoba, Manitoba

You have the option to apply for a Doctorate of Philosophy in Microbiology or a PhD in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. The department of Microbiology offers various areas: 

• Microbial Ecology
• Molecular Microbiology
• Microbial Physiology
• Microbial Genomics
• Microbial Interactions and Pathogenicity
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Microbial Protein Structure
• An M.Sc degree from a recognized university with a 3.0 GPA in the final two years of study 
• Supervisor support
• Two letters of recommendation
• One of the following English language proficiency tests and relevant scores:
• Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP) with pass level 5
• Academic English Program for University and College Entrance (AEPUCE) with 65% overall
• IELTS with a score of 6.5 overall
• CAEL with individual subject scores above 60
• Internet-based TOEFL with an overall score of 86 and 20 in each section
• PTE with an overall score of 61

The University of Manitoba offers the PhD programs with three intake periods: September, January, and May. The PhD program tuition fees are set at 2,775 CAD per term for the first two years. From the third year, a continuing fee of 520 CAD is applicable per term.

McGill University, Quebec

The McGill University in Montreal provides the PhD in Microbiology course that is personalized to suit the needs of the students. Students looking to pursue higher education after their Master’s would greatly benefit from a PhD at McGill University.

The department of microbiology is complete with top-of-the-line training in four areas:

• Cellular and molecular immunology
• Microbial physiology and genetics
• Medical microbiology
• An M.Sc. degree in any of the following fields: microbiology and immunology, biological science, or biochemistry
• Supervisor confirmation
• Any of the following English proficiency tests with the relevant minimum scores:
• Internet-Based TOEFL with an overall score of 86, and an individual score of 20 in each component
• IELTS with a band score of 6.5
• McGill Certificate of Proficiency in English
• McGill Certificate of Proficiency – English for Professional Communication

The PhD in Microbiology program at McGill University has intakes in May, September, and January. The tuition for the PhD programs is subject to the Fall and Winter intake periods. Fall intake tuition fees are estimated to be around 10,490 CAD per year, while the Winter intake tuition would be around 9,105 CAD per year.

University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan

Students looking to pursue their graduate studies at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon are offered a variety of options when it comes to Microbiology. It provides a PhD in three areas of Microbiology:

• Applied Microbiology
• Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Immunology
• Veterinary Microbiology

All three PhD programs are four years long and are thesis-based. The faculty members are diverse and incredibly supportive of students pursuing their passions.

• A Master’s degree or its equivalent in a relevant field of study from a recognized university
• A cumulative weighted average score of 70% in the final two years of study
• Internet-based TOEFL with an overall score of 86 with a minimum score of 19 in each section
• IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 and each section above 6.0
• PTE with an overall score of 63 and each section above 59
• Intensive ESL Advanced Level (ESL 50)l Plus completion of Academic Writing Elective A from the University of Regina with a score of 60%
• Level 4 with a score of 75%
• CAEL with an overall score of 70% and each section above 60
• Duolingo English Test (DET) with an overall score of 115 and a score of 95 in each area

The PhD programs have intakes for September, January, and May. The annual tuition fees for international students is estimated to be around 8,100 CAD.

We hope this guide has helped narrow down your ideal universities to earn a PhD in Microbiology in Canada. The application process for PhD programs requires an agreement between you and a faculty member willing to take on a supervisory role, so it is important you apply to your preferred program as early as possible to avoid any delays in admission.

If you are looking for potential scholarship opportunities for Indian students earning a PhD in Microbiology in Canada, check out this blog .

Can I apply to a PhD course without a Masters degree?

Some universities will make an exception for the Master’s degree requirement if the applicant shows exceptional skills and aptitude in the field of study.

How long do PhD courses take?

PhD courses can be a minimum of four and can go up to six years long, depending on the research study, student’s preference, and university.

How long can I stay in Canada after a PhD?

After successfully completing your PhD program, you can live in Canada for up to three years. It is also a step towards earning the Permanent Resident status in Canada.

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An overseas student can pursue PhD in Microbiology in Canada after completing a Master’s degree from a recognised university. She/they/he can apply to top universities in Canada like McGill University , University of British Columbia, University of Waterloo , etc. All these varsities are considered among the top universities in the world, owing to their state-of-the-art facilities and exemplary faculty members. Additionally, the lucrative career opportunities available for Microbiology students in Canada , owing to the presence of microbiology research students and corporates in the nation make it an ideal destination for interested people. 

Let us now explore different facets of a doctorate in Microbiology for study in Canada aspirants. Keep Reading!!

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Why study phd in microbiology in canada, eligibility criteria, application process, documents required, phd in microbiology in canada syllabus, phd microbiology jobs in canada.

Pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology from Canadian universities enables overseas students to opt for a research-based career in this field. Additionally, the alignment of universities’ interests with that of students helps build a strong community of academicians and researchers. Here are the reasons why you should pursue a doctorate in Microbiology in Canada:

• Canada boasts world-class universities with cutting-edge research infrastructure. Institutions such as McGill University, the University of Toronto , and the University of British Columbia are globally recognised for their microbiology research.
• Several Canadian universities sanction competitive funding packages, scholarships, fellowships, and research grants to overseas students. For example, international students receive CAD 50,000 annually under the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship programme.
• Canada’s diverse academic community facilitates cross-disciplinary and international collaborations, enriching research perspectives and networking opportunities.
•  With a thriving biotech and healthcare sector , Canada offers industry partnerships and potential for applied research, enhancing post-PhD employability.
• The Post-Graduation Work Permit allows international graduates to gain Canadian work experience, a valuable path towards permanent residency.
• Canada consistently ranks high in quality of life indices, offering a safe, multicultural environment and universal healthcare.

Also Read: Best Country to Study Microbiology

Top Universities for PhD in Microbiology in Canada

Home to some of the top universities in the world, Canada offers quality education in the field of Microbiology. All the below-mentioned universities offer a Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology for overseas students with a futuristic approach. 

Also Read: List of Top Microbiology Courses

To pursue PhD in Microbiology in Canada, an overseas student is required to clear an accepted English language proficiency test and obtain the minimum GPA. Each university has different requirements, but basic criteria remain the same. Here are the basic requirements:

• The applicant must have an MSc/MS degree from a recognized university. She/they/he must have scored a minimum of 3.0 GPA in their master’s degree.
• The student must have scored the minimum marks in TOEFL/PTE/IELTS/CAEL/Intensive Academic English Program (IEAP)/ Duolingo English Test (DET). She/they/he must check out the least required marks on the official website of the university of her/their/his choice.
• The candidate must qualify CCE (College of Continuing Education) English-language test with the required grade. This criterion is university-specific. Therefore, she/they/he must refer to the university website to confirm the information.
• The overseas student must have two letters of recommendation (LORs) 

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Furthermore, after meeting the eligibility criteria, students can apply for PhD in Microbiology in Canada through the official website of universities or reach out to Leverage Edu study abroad experts for a hassle-free application. These experts will help you with the following steps of the application:

• University selection via AI University Finder of Leverage Edu
• Initiation of the application process at universities of choice
• Compilation of scorecards, essays, LORs, SOPs , etc
• Student visa application
• Accommodation application
• Student loan application
• International money transfer

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To enrol in a PhD course in Canada , an international student must produce the following documents:

• A Master’s degree
• A Bachelor’s degree
• GPA scorecard
• An updated resume/CV
• A research statement. This document must not exceed 1500 words.
• A writing sample such as a thesis , published article or an article given for publication, research paper, etc. This sample must be 5000 to 10000 words. 
• English language proficiency test scorecards
• Student visa
• Proof of finance

Each Canadian university has a distinct syllabus for a Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology, which is decided by the Department of Microbiology in each institution. However, some domains are covered in all universities. Here are the common areas of study:

• Molecular Microbiology
• Microbial Protein Structure
• Microbial Genomics
• Microbial Ecology
• Biochemistry
• Microbial Interactions
• Pathogenicity
• Molecular Immunology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Cellular Immunology

Also Read: MSc Microbiology Syllabus

With a PhD in Microbiology in Canada, overseas students can explore diverse career paths. They can work in research roles at universities, government agencies, or private companies. With their research work, they can contribute to areas like infectious disease control, biotechnology , or environmental science . Additionally, opportunities in academia, consulting, and science communication are available. A strong academic background combined with practical skills can open doors to fulfilling positions in the field across various sectors.

Here are some of the most preferred job opportunities for PhD Microbiology graduates in this country. We have also mentioned the annual average salary for each job profile in Canada and India. 

Also Read: Scope of Microbiology

Yes. Canada is home to some of the best universities in the world like McGill University, University of Waterloo, University of British Columbia, University of Victoria, etc that are the best destination for Microbiology students. 

Students with a PhD in Microbiology in Canada can begin their careers as Microbiologists, Scientists, Assistant Professors, Research Coordinators, and Post Doctoral Fellows in Canada and all over the world.

The University of Victoria, University of Waterloo, University of Manitoba, University of British Columbia, University of Guelph, University of Calgary, Dalhousie University, and the University of Alberta offer supreme quality education in PhD Microbiology in this country.

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Microbiology (PhD)

The Microbiology (PhD) is a research-based program designed to enhance awareness of current research in different fields of microbiology and to develop the ability to communicate experimental results.

Program details

Admission requirements.

• Faculty of Graduate Studies • Faculty of Science

• Doctor of Philosophy

Expected duration

• 4-6 years

Study with us

The Department of Microbiology is the only stand-alone department of its kind in Canada. We place a strong emphasis on integrating molecular biology, medical, biochemical, environment and applied aspects of microbiology. While our department stands as an independent unit, our programs emphasize integration and collaboration with other science programs on campus and research institutes within the larger community.

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Research opportunities

The research interests of the faculty and students in our department are concentrated in several main areas, including:

• Environmental microbiology and ecology research in Microbiology
• Antimicrobial resistance and drug development
• Structural biology and biochemistry
• Fungal biology
• Computational microbiology
• Systems microbiology

Because our faculty are engaged in active research projects, students have access to all facilities needed to conduct research in our areas of specialization.

Join MicroGSA or other student groups

The Microbiology Graduate Students Association (MicroGSA) improves the graduate student experience by offering you the chance to participate in social, networking and career building activities and events within the department.

Find out more about MicroGSA .

The Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Faculty of Science offer a four- to six-year program of study leading to a Microbiology (PhD).

Expected duration: 4-6 years

Tuition and fees:  Tuition fees are charged for terms one and two and terms four and five. A continuing fee is paid for term three, term six and each subsequent term. (Refer to Graduate tuition and fees .)

In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section, students must complete:

• A minimum of 6 credit hours of course work at the 7000 level
• One 50-minute seminar on their own research
• A doctoral thesis

Sample course offerings

Here are some examples of the courses offered for this program:

• MBIO 7010: Graduate Seminar in Microbiology 1
• MBIO 7040: Graduate Microbiology
• MBIO 7050: Environmental Microbiology
• MBIO 7060: Microbial Interactions
• MBIO 7070: Bioprocessing
• MBIO 7100: Advanced Concepts in Microbiology
• MBIO 7160: Special Problems in Microbiology
• MBIO 7200: Macromolecular Structure Analysis

For a full list of courses and descriptions of each, please visit the  Academic Calendar .

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Microbiology (PhD) program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

To be considered for admission into the Microbiology (PhD) program, you must have: 

• A thesis-based MSc in a field deemed relevant to that of the proposed study by the department, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the last two years of full-time university study.

In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies .

How to apply

The Microbiology (PhD) program accepts applications for Fall, Winter and Summer entry. Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

• Application fee (non-refundable)
• Supervisor support
• Two letters of recommendation

Please read the  Faculty of Graduate Studies online application instructions  before beginning your application.

Choose a supervisor before you apply

Microbiology MSc and PhD programs are research-intensive and because of this, applicants are required to select one of our faculty members to be their supervisor and preside over an applicant’s program before they are accepted for admission. See Applying for graduate studies for full details.

Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Architecture reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

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Applications are reviewed on a  rolling basis .

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis .

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Program currently undergoing review, applications will not be opening at this time.

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Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Education reviews applications in February / March.

Applications are reviewed after the deadline, with decisions issued in March - April.

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Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. Applications received by the March 1 deadline for a September start-date will receive first consideration for any available funding. Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis for any available funding, please contact the department for further information.

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Winter applications reviewed in October Summer applications reviewed in February Fall applications reviewed in June

Winter applications reviewed in June Summer applications reviewed in October Fall applications reviewed in February

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. This includes having the support of a faculty supervisor before you apply.

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After the annual application deadline (see below), applications are reviewed on a committee basis by the Faculty of Social Work internal admissions committee. Once this process is complete, decisions are sent to all applicants in March / April. 

Applications open  July 1 of year prior to start term.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Social Work reviews applications in March / April.

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Master of Occupational Therapy accelerated program  applications open October 1  of the year prior to deadline .

The name of your confirmed supervisor is required at the time of application. To identify a prospective thesis research supervisor on your application, please  contact Immunology Faculty members .

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Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Students selected for in-person interview will be notified in February.

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Offers of admission will be released to successful applicants on May 17, 2024 from the University of Manitoba Master of Physician Assistant Studies, the same day as the University of Toronto BScPA Program and McMaster University Physician Assistant Education Program. The three institutions are pleased to provide applicants their offers on the same day to help with the decision-making process.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Pharmacology and Therapeutics reviews applications one month after the application deadline.

Applications for Pathology MSc are reviewed on a  rolling basis .

Applications for Pathologist Assistant are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Pathologist Assistant reviews applications in April / May. 

The Pathologist Assistant program only admits Canadian and US students every two years. The next intake is tentatively scheduled for Fall 2026.

Canadian and US applicants

International applicants

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Statistics reviews applications in March / April.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Biological Sciences reviews applications one month after deadline.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Indigenous Studies reviews applications in February and June.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. For those who wish to be considered for scholarships, applications must be received by January 15 of the year in which you're seeking admission.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions Committee for Applied Human Nutrition reviews applications in February.

Les demandes d’admission sont évaluées par un comité . Le comité d’admission évalu les demandes durant les mois de Mars et Avril.  

Les demandes peut être surmise jusqu’à concurrence de 18 mois avant le début de premier trimestre.

Toute demande d’admission en ligne doit être déposée, avec documents à l’appui, au plus tard aux dates indiquées.

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Department of Microbiology

We are the only stand-alone microbiology department in Canada, sustained through the active research of our 15 faculty members, the hard work of our support staff and the ongoing participation of our many graduate and undergraduate students.

Tuition and fees

Learn about the tuition and fee requirements associated with graduate studies at UM.

Financial aid and awards

There are a variety of awards and funding options available to help you pay for school as a graduate student at UM.

Explore program requirements and detailed descriptions of required and elective courses offered in the Microbiology (PhD) program.

Explore the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Discovery happens here. Join the graduate students and researchers who come here from every corner of the world. They are drawn to the University of Manitoba because it offers the opportunity to do transformational research.

• Funding, awards and financial aid
• Graduate student experience

Explore the Faculty of Science

Every day scientific discovery impacts us in new and exciting ways, unveiling unimagined wonders of nature and helping us live better lives through innovative solutions. The Faculty of Science aims to share that wonder and impact, producing research scientists who will help shape a better future for us all.

• Programs of study
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• Community and partners
• Science Co-op
• News and stories
• Equity, diversity and inclusion

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With over 140 graduate programs across multiple faculties, schools and colleges, the University of Manitoba offers more learning, teaching and research opportunities than any other post-secondary institution in the province.

• Biological Sciences (PhD)
• Chemistry (PhD)
• Physics (PhD)

Join the students and researchers who come here from every corner of the world.

What it's like to be a UM student

Be adventurous, challenge yourself and make a difference.

Opportunities for Indigenous students

Experience a world-class education in the heart of Canada.

Why international students study with us

We offer state of the art facilities with 140 years of history.

Admission and application inquiries

Faculty of Graduate Studies Room 500 UMSU University Centre 65 Chancellors Circle University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus) Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

[email protected]  

Phone: 204-474-9377

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Program inquiries

Department of Microbiology 213 Buller Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T2N2 Canada

[email protected] Phone:  204-474-9372

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