Why study this program?
The Department of Medical Genetics offers the MSc in Medical Sciences (Medical Genetics) degree (see Medical Sciences) either as part of a postgraduate training program for post-MD applicants or as an independent degree program for those proceeding from a BSc. The PhD degree is granted through the Medical Sciences program (see The Degree of PhD). Research may be carried out in a variety of medical genetics-related disciplines for which staff in the Department have active research programs. Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Medical Genetics.
Entrance Requirements
See Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Graduate Program Entrance Requirements.
Program Description
The general description for the MSc program is as presented for all MSc programs in Medical Sciences (see Master of Science (Medical Sciences)).
Program Core Competencies
The following are the program-specific requirements to satisfy the FoMD’s Program Core Competencies (See Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Program Core Competencies):
1. Professional Development and Ethics
See GPS Ethics and Academic Citizenship Training Requirement and GPS Professional Development Requirement.
2. Communication
Students are required to attend Department seminars. MSc students are required to give a Junior seminar. Students are all required to participate in Med Gen Research Day (NRD) on an annual basis and to present either an oral presentation or a poster.
3. Critical Reading/Thinking
Students must complete 3 units of graduate level coursework to develop competency in Critical Reading/Thinking or Background Knowledge.
Students are required to complete one of the following list of approved courses: MDGEN 601, MDGEN 602 (1 credit for 3 times), and MDGEN 605. Students may be required to take further courses to enhance their critical thinking/reading or background knowledge for success in their program.
4. Background Knowledge
Students must complete 3 units of graduate level coursework to develop competency in Critical Reading/Thinking or Background Knowledge.
Students are required to complete one of the following list of approved courses: MDGEN 601, MDGEN 602 (1 credit for 3 times), and MDGEN 605. Students may be required to take further courses to enhance their critical thinking/reading or background knowledge for success in their program.
Thesis
Registration in 900-level THES. Students are required to prepare and defend a thesis on a topic approved by their supervisor and supervisory committee.
Courses
Graduate courses can be found in Course Listings under the subject heading Medical Genetics (MDGEN).
Financial assistance in the form of Graduate Research Assistant Fellowships from supervisor operating funds is normally available to students in good standing. Further information will be provided upon request. Students are encouraged to apply for studentships from external agencies. Students may also be eligible for awards from the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry.
For general information, please visit the Tuition and Fees page on the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research site.The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research administers over $29 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for graduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
Please refer to the detailed program information or email mggradpr@ualberta.ca.
General inquiriesPlease check out some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQS) to see if your question has been answered, or contact the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) during our office hours.
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research (FGSR)
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University of Alberta
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