Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences (Paediatrics)
Program Overview
Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences (Paediatrics)
The Department of Paediatrics offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences-Paediatrics.
Why Study This Program?
Highly qualified candidates with an MSc or MD, who wish to proceed to a PhD, will be considered. Areas of research include:
- Cardiovascular Research & Thrombosis
- Clinical Trials, Evidence-based Medicine
- Gastroenterology
- Genetics
- Indigenous Health
- Neonatology
- Nephrology
- Neurology/Neurosciences
- Obesity
- Oncology/Cancer
- Respiratory Medicine
Entrance Requirements
See Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Graduate Program Entrance Requirements.
Program Details
- Faculty: Medicine & Dentistry
- Delivery Mode: On Campus
- Program Type: Thesis Based
- Degree Level: Doctoral
Program Requirements
Program Core Competencies
The following are the program-specific requirements to satisfy the FoMDs Program Core Competencies:
- Professional Development and Ethics
- See GPS Ethics and Academic Citizenship Training Requirement and GPS Professional Development Requirement.
- Communication
- Students are required to attend Pediatric seminars and participate in Pediatric Research Day on an annual basis.
- Critical Reading/Thinking
- Students are required to take PAED 600 - Critical Discussions of Biomedical and Clinical Research.
- Background Knowledge
- Students are required to complete one 3-unit graduate course.
PhD Thesis Proposal
See FoMD PhD Thesis Proposal and Thesis Proposal Meeting.
Candidacy Exam
See FoMD Doctoral Candidacy Examination.
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.
Length of Program
See FoMD Minimum Length of Time in Program and GPS Time Limit for Completion of Graduate Programs.
Courses
Graduate courses in Paediatrics can be found in Course Listings under the subject heading PAEDS.
Tuition and Fees
Financial assistance may be available through various University of Alberta awards, including:
- Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry Awards
- Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies Awards
- External funding agencies
The Department of Paediatrics does not offer teaching assistantships. Financial assistance in the form of graduate research fellowship from supervisor operating funds is normally available to students in good academic standing.
Scholarships and Financial Support
The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies 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.