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Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Cellular and Molecular Medicine with a specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics is a research-based program that prepares students for a variety of careers in teaching and research within and outside the academic world.

Program Description

The program is designed to develop students' critical thinking skills in relation to scientific publications and their own research work. Graduates acquire excellent knowledge in their specialty and a good general understanding of fields related to their research project. They must demonstrate research skills and credibility as professionals in their field.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must:

• Hold a master's degree in science with a minimum average of 75% (B+) in fields such as biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, or biopharmaceutical sciences.
• Have a good academic record as demonstrated by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts, or other supporting documents showing research experience.
• Identify a professor willing to supervise their research and thesis.
• Meet the linguistic requirements, with proficiency in either English or French, the languages of instruction.

Program Requirements

The program requires:

• Completion of compulsory courses, including seminars and a comprehensive examination.
• Presentation of a thesis that demonstrates original research under the supervision of a member of the program.
• Participation in the departmental seminar series.

Course List

Some of the courses offered include:

• CMM 5001: The Pathological Basis of Disease
• CMM 5101: Special Topics in Reproductive and Developmental Biology
• CMM 5102: Ion Channels: Cellular and Molecular Aspects of Membrane Functions
• CMM 5103: The Molecular and Pathophysiological Basis of Kidney Disease and Hypertension
• CMM 5105: Introduction to Cancer Biology
• CMM 5111: Computational Cell Biology
• CMM 5210: Mammalian Physiology
• CMM 5302: Comprehensive Pharmacology I
• CMM 5303: Comprehensive Pharmacology II
• CMM 5304: Introduction to Developmental Biology
• CMM 5311: Physiology and Pathophysiology of Energy Metabolism and Muscle Functions
• CMM 5313: Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Reproductive, Renal, and Gastrointestinal Systems
• CMM 5315: Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cardiovascular Function/Dysfunction
• CMM 5326: Experimental Preparations and Animal Models
• CMM 5341: Stem Cells
• CMM 5360: Imaging in Cell Biology
• CMM 5372: Cell Signalling and Hormone Action
• CMM 7301: Directed Studies
• CMM 8103: Epithelial Cell Polarity
• CMM 8105: Advanced Topics in Cancer Biology
• CMM 8310: Current Topics in RNA Molecular Biology
• CMM 8311: Current Topics in Transcriptional Regulation
• CMM 8324S: Seminars I
• CMM 8325S: Seminars II
• CMM 8340: Neuromuscular Function and Dysfunction
• CMM 8341: Cell Stress
• CMM 8345: Special Topics in Gastroenterology
• CMM 9998: Comprehensive Examination (PhD)
• HMG 8103: Advanced Topics in the Molecular Biology of Human Diseases I
• HMG 8105: Advanced Topics in the Molecular Biology of Human Diseases II
• HMG 8106: Clinical Cytogenomics
• HMG 8107: Clinical Biochemical Genetics
• HMG 8108: Clinical Molecular Genetics
• HMG 8506: Cytog幯omique clinique
• HMG 8507: G幯彋ique biochimique clinique
• HMG 8508: G幯彋ique mol嶰ulaire clinique
• HMG 8600: Special Topics in Human and Molecular Genetics

Research Areas

The Department participates in interdisciplinary programs in bioinformatics, human and molecular genetics, and pathology and experimental medicine. Research areas include:

• Developmental genetics
• Neuromuscular diseases
• Microbial genetics
• Resistance
• Cancer biology
• Aging
• Development of new molecular therapies
• Gene therapy
• Growth and development
• Autoimmune diseases
• Molecular biology of viruses, bacteria, and parasites
• Genetic epidemiology
• Retinal disease and development
• Animal models for human diseases
• Molecular aspects of signal transduction

Tuition Fees

The estimated cost of tuition fees for this program is available under the section "Financer vos 彋udes" (Financing Your Studies).

Funding

International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for a partial exemption from tuition fees. For information on funding opportunities, please consult the "Bourses et appui financier" (Scholarships and Financial Support) section.

Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction, either English or French. A language proficiency test may be required for applicants whose mother tongue is neither English nor French.

Program Duration

The program is offered full-time and typically takes 64 months to complete.

Degree Awarded

The degree awarded is a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Cellular and Molecular Medicine with a specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics.

Unit of Study

The program is offered by the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine.