Medical Genetics

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 .

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Faculty:

Medicine & Dentistry

Delivery Mode:

On Campus

Program Type:

Thesis Based

Degree Level:

Master's, Doctoral

Program Requirements

Master’s Programs

Master of Science in Medical Sciences (Medical Genetics)

Doctoral Programs

Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences (Medical Genetics)

Courses

Graduate courses can be found in Course Listings under the subject heading Medical Genetics (MDGEN).

Tuition and Fees

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.

Scholarships and Financial Support

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.

QUESTIONS?

Program-specific inquiries

Please refer to the detailed program information or email mggradpr@ualberta.ca.

General inquiries

Please 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)
Killam Centre for Advanced Studies
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University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E1