| School: | University of Alberta - Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry |
| Degree: | Doctorate |
| Field of Study: | Immunology
Microbiology, General
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| Description: | MMI offers PhD and thesis-based MSc degrees. Areas of specialization include Bacteriology, Immunology, Parasitology and Virology. Research focuses on cellular and molecular immunology, microbial pathogenesis, and the development of novel methods for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The program requirements include coursework in the discipline, teaching experience, and the development of skills in research presentations. The program is designed to allow easy transition of MSc students into the PhD program and a rotation option at program entry is open to all students. |
| URL: | Medical Microbiology and Immunology at University of Alberta - Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry |
| Areas of Research: | The staff of the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology is currently carrying out research in various aspects of cellular, molecular, reproductive, and tumour immunology; microbial pathogenesis; and the development of novel methods for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. |
| Thesis Based: | Yes |
| Length: | 2 Year(s) |
| Careers: | Microbiologists | |