Program Overview

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Master of Science Cellular and Molecular Medicine Specialization in Pathology and Experimental Medicine

The Master of Science in Cellular and Molecular Medicine with a specialization in Pathology and Experimental Medicine is a research-based program that prepares candidates for a variety of careers in teaching and research both within and outside of academia.

Program Description

The program prepares students to develop a critical approach to published work and to their own research. Graduates acquire an excellent knowledge of their chosen field and a general understanding of the areas related to their own particular research project. They must demonstrate research skills and credibility as professionals in their area of research.

Collaborative Program Description

The objective of the Pathology and Experimental Medicine collaborative program is to provide graduate students with the knowledge and skills to examine the basic mechanisms of disease pathology, and to develop new strategies for prevention and treatment.

Main Areas of Research

Most research groups in the Department are part of a research centre. These centres include the Centre for Neuromuscular Disease, the Kidney Research Centre, and the Centre for Research in Biopharmaceuticals. Members of the Department are involved in three main research fields:

• Growth and development
• Pharmacology
• Physiology

Other Programs Offered Within the Same Discipline or in a Related Area

• Master of Science Cellular and Molecular Medicine Specialization in Bioinformatics (MSc)
• Master of Science Cellular and Molecular Medicine Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics (MSc)
• Master of Science Cellular and Molecular Medicine (MSc)
• Master of Science Neuroscience (MSc)
• Master of Science Neuroscience Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics (MSc)
• Master of Science Neuroscience Specialization in Pathology and Experimental Medicine (MSc)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Cellular and Molecular Medicine (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Cellular and Molecular Medicine Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Cellular and Molecular Medicine Specialization in Pathology and Experimental Medicine (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Neuroscience (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Neuroscience Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Neuroscience Specialization in Pathology and Experimental Medicine (PhD)

Fees and Funding

The estimated amount for university fees associated with this program are available under the section Finance your studies. International students enrolled in a French-language program of study may be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Have a bachelor of sciences (BSc) degree with a specialization or major (or equivalent) in one of the following areas: biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, human kinetics (kinesiology), biopharmaceutical or biomedical sciences with a minimum average of 75% (B+).
• Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.
• Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis.
• Be sponsored into the collaborative program by a faculty member, normally the thesis supervisor, who must be a member of the Pathology and Experimental Medicine program.

Language Requirements

Applicants must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (French or English) in the program to which they are applying. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required. Most of the courses in this program are offered in English.

Program Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements for the masters with collaborative specialization:

• Compulsory Courses:
  • MED 8166: Professionalism and Professional Skills
  • 3 course units from:
    • BCH 8107: Advanced Topics in Lipid Metabolism and Disease
    • CMM 5001: The Pathological Basis of Disease
    • CMM 5105: Introduction to Cancer Biology
    • CMM 5315: Cellular and Molecular Basis of Cardiovascular Function/Dysfunction
    • CMM 8105: Advanced Topics in Cancer Biology
    • NSC 8101: Advanced Topics in Neuropathology
    • PME 8112: Cell Biology and the Molecular Basis of Pathological Phenotypes
• 3 optional course units in cellular and molecular medicine (CMM) at the graduate level
• Seminars:
  • CMM 8324S: Seminars I
  • PME 5367: Seminar
• Thesis:
  • THM 7999: Master's Thesis

Minimum Requirements

The passing grade in all courses is C+. Students who fail two courses (equivalent to 6 units) must withdraw from the program.

Research at the University of Ottawa

Located in the heart of Canadas capital, a few steps away from Parliament Hill, the University of Ottawa ranks among Canadas top 10 research universities. Our research is founded on excellence, relevance and impact and is conducted in a spirit of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Research at the Faculty of Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine has a long history of conducting both basic and clinical research of the highest quality. Many of our high profile research projects are conducted in partnership with affiliated-teaching hospitals and research institutes. These partnerships lead to biomedical discoveries that have a significant impact on health care. In the process they educate the next generation of Canadian scientists. Our research activity also attracts significant investment, which stimulates the Ottawa economy.

Facilities, Research Centres and Institutes at the Faculty of Medicine

• Centre for Neural Dynamics
• University of Ottawa Centre for Neuromuscular Disease
• Centre for Research in Biopharmaceuticals and Biotechnology
• Canadian Partnership for Stroke Recovery
• Kidney Research Centre
• University of Ottawa Skills and Simulation Centre
• Medical Devices Innovation Institute
• Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology
• University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute

Course List

The following courses are offered:

• 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 83251: Seminars II
• CMM 83252: Seminars II
• CMM 8340: Neuromuscular Function and Dysfunction
• CMM 8341: Cell Stress
• CMM 8345: Special Topics in Gastroenterology
• PME 5367: Seminar
• PME 8112: Cell Biology and the Molecular Basis of Pathological Phenotypes
• PME 8367: Seminar