Program Overview

PhD in Microbiology and Immunology

The PhD in Microbiology and Immunology is a 90-credit program that allows students to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of microbiology and immunology while conducting innovative, cutting-edge research projects.

Overview and Specifics

• The program is full-time, with a plan of study that includes a dissertation or thesis track.
• The program type is graduate, with a study program code of 3-500-1-0.

Program Information

• The program is offered by the Department of Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, and Immunology.
• For more details, students can refer to the information provided by the department in French.

Admissions

Admissions Information

• Students can contact the Office of Admissions and Recruitment for more information.
• Additional details are available at the help centre in French.

About this Program

The PhD in Microbiology and Immunology allows students to establish themselves as independent researchers in the field. The program involves conducting an original research project, presenting research findings at scientific conferences, and publishing them in peer-reviewed journals.

Research Areas

• Basic or clinical research in bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology, or immunology.
• Students work with internationally renowned faculty members and research teams in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, and fertile learning environment.

Advantages of Studying Microbiology and Immunology at UdeM

• UdeM is a leading practice-oriented academic institution, ranked 4th in Canada for research grants.
• The university offers access to the largest academic laboratory in the country, with cutting-edge equipment.
• Students have the opportunity to collaborate with researchers working in various fields of biomedical research.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible, students must have a faculty member who has agreed to supervise their research project before submitting their admission application.

General Eligibility Conditions

• Meet the general admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
• Have an MSc in Microbiology and Immunology or equivalent education.
• Have obtained a grade-point average at the graduate level of at least 3.3 out of 4.3 or the equivalent.
• Demonstrate good knowledge of French.
• Have satisfactory knowledge of English and show proof of proficiency before being accepted into the second year of the program.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of any other language deemed necessary for their research.

Additional Documents

• Two letters of recommendation.
• Acceptance letter from a research supervisor.

Costs and Financial Aid

Tuition Fees

• Permanent Quebec Resident: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits, including $1,513.35 in tuition fees and $669.70 in other fees.
• Canadian Non-Quebec Resident: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits, including $1,513.35 in tuition fees and $669.70 in other fees.
• International Student: $9,972.10 per full-time session of 15 credits, including $9,302.40 in tuition fees and $669.70 in other fees.
• Francophone Student from France or Belgium: $2,183.05 per full-time session of 15 credits, including $1,513.35 in tuition fees and $669.70 in other fees.

Available Financial Assistance

• Graduate scholarships in microbiology.
• Graduate and postgraduate scholarships.
• Postgraduate scholarships.
• Funding for mobility.
• Exemption scholarship for international students.

Future Prospects

Graduates can pursue postdoctoral research in clinical or basic sciences or become leaders in research in an industry setting.

Program Structure

The PhD program consists of 90 credits, including additional courses depending on candidates needs. Students are required to take seminar courses throughout the program. Research must be done as a residency at Université de Montréal or at a research laboratory of an affiliated institute or hospital approved by the Advisory Board of the Faculty of Medicine.

Segment 70

All credits in this doctorate program are mandatory, with 87 credits dedicated to research and a thesis.

Block 70A

• Mandatory courses include Directed Readings in Microbiology, Research Seminar 2.1, Research Seminar 2.2, Research Seminar 3.1, and Research Seminar 3.2.

Block 70B Thesis

• Mandatory: PhD Comprehensive Examination and Thesis.

Programs to Explore

Applicants interested in this program also applied to:

• Virology and Immunology Doctorate.
• Molecular Biology Doctorate.
• Biomedical Sciences Doctorate.
• Molecular Biology Master's Degree.