Master of Science in Microbiology

Microbiology (MSc) 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.
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
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.

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Microbiology (MSc) program.

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

A BSc (Honours), four-year BSc (Major) or equivalent degree in a field deemed relevant to that of the proposed study by the department.

English language proficiency

IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program) - Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall

IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System) - 6.5 overall

Internet-based TOEFL - Overall score of 86 (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking - 20)

Pearson Test of English Academic - 61 overall

Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level - Minimum score of 180