Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Cell Biology (Thesis) is a research-intensive program offered by the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology in the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences. This program provides rigorous training in the fundamental principles and cutting-edge approaches of cellular biology.

Program Description

Under the guidance of a faculty supervisor, students will design and execute an original research project, intended to develop their skills in literature review, critical thinking, and scientific communication. An interdisciplinary learning environment exposes students to projects and scientists beyond the Department, fostering a collaborative approach to cell biology research.

Research Areas

• cell biology
• structural biology
• quantitative biology
• cell matrix biology/extracellular matrix
• cryo-electron microscopy
• membrane trafficking
• multiscale 3D image
• molecular genetics
• cytoskeleton

Unique Program Features

• The Department has one of the largest and best-equipped electron microscope facilities in the world, including a Tecnai F20 and a Titan Krios.
• The Department has a Harmonized Funding Policy to ensure that every graduate student in the Faculty will be paid adequately, with a guaranteed minimum funding package.
• The Department hosts a seminar series featuring local and international experts in the field.

Admission Requirements

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

Additional Requirements

Each program has specific admission requirements, including required application documents.

Available Intakes

• Fall
• Winter

Application Deadlines

Intake	Applications Open	Application Deadline - International	Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada)
FALL	September 15	January 15	June 1
WINTER	February 15	August 1	November 1
SUMMER	N/A	N/A	N/A

Note

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