McGill University - Faculty of Medicine

Anatomy and Cell Biology

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Program Information

School:McGill University - Faculty of Medicine
Faculty:Faculty of Medicine
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Cell Biology and Anatomy
Description:The Graduate program in the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy offers exciting opportunities for challenging graduate studies at the M.Sc. or Ph.D. levels, in well-equipped laboratories in a variety of disciplines such as developmental biology, bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, and molecular and cellular biology. In these laboratories, the students will find the opportunity to be well trained in a stimulating environment favouring collaborations with colleagues in other laboratories.



The primary goal of the department is to offer a world-class training program in molecular, cellular and high throughput technologies encompassing systems biology. Internationally competitive stipends are offered to assure the recruitment of highly qualified and motivated students. As well, international, national, provincial and internal studentship opportunities are available. The quality of training and the highly competitive research available within this department provide an invaluable environment to pursue graduate and post-graduate studies.

URL:Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University - Faculty of Medicine
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants must hold a M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with an overall Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0, or a Grade Point Average of 3.2/4.0 within the last two full-time academic years. Such candidates will be registered at the Ph.D. 2 level.

    Applicants who wish to be fast-tracked from a B.Sc. to a Ph.D. 1 level may apply to the Ph.D. 1 program, but must have a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86]
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 20, 2022