Program Overview

PhD in Virology and Immunology

The PhD in Virology and Immunology is a graduate program offered by the Faculty of Medicine at Université de Montréal. This program is designed to establish students as independent researchers in the field of virology and immunology.

About the Program

The program aims to develop students' critical thinking skills and knowledge in research, enabling them to produce an original research project, present their findings at scientific conferences, and publish their results in peer-reviewed journals. Students will work under the supervision of a faculty member to develop an original research hypothesis and explain the methods used to experimentally validate it.

Language Accommodations

Although Université de Montréal is a French-language university, many research departments are open to creating a bilingual environment for students in graduate-level programs. Students who are proficient in English are welcome and accepted into graduate-level programs. The Department of Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, and Immunology provides several accommodations to make students feel comfortable and help them fulfill the program's requirements, even if French is not their main language of study.

Advantages of Studying Virology and Immunology at UdeM

UdeM is a leading, practice-oriented academic institution that offers students the opportunity to develop their potential as researchers. The university has the largest teaching laboratory in the country, with state-of-the-art equipment, and collaborates with researchers working in various fields of biomedical research.

Courses and Specifics

The program consists of 90 credits and is offered on a full-time basis. The plan of study includes a dissertation or thesis track, and students are required to take courses such as Directed Readings in Microbiology, Research Seminar 2.1, and Research Seminar 3.1.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must have a master's degree in a relevant field, such as Microbiology and Immunology, or an equivalent education. They must also have a grade-point average of at least 3.3 out of 4.3 at the graduate level and demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of French and English. Students must also find a research director prior to submitting their application.

Costs and Financial Aid

The estimated tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's status:

• Permanent Quebec resident: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits
• Canadian non-Quebec resident: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits (with possible exemption from additional tuition fees)
• International student: $9,972.10 per full-time session of 15 credits
• Francophone student from France or Belgium: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits (with possible exemption from additional tuition fees)

The university offers various forms of financial assistance, including graduate scholarships in microbiology, funding for short programs, and exemption scholarships for international students.

Future Prospects

The PhD in Virology and Immunology program prepares students for a career in academia, industry, or a clinical setting. Graduates will have the research skills and abilities to secure a position in their chosen field and pursue further studies or a career in research.

Research Activities

The program allows students to get a head start by discovering what's been written on the topic and checking out theses and dissertations in the discipline. The Department of Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, and Immunology is active on Facebook, and students can explore the department's research activities and stay up-to-date on the latest news and events.