The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the MD/PhD program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

The PhD program is open to:

• Medical Students: You can apply either when you start your MD program or during your first two years in the program.
• Graduate Students: If you’re already in graduate studies focusing on health-related research, you can also apply.

Requirements

• For Medical Students: You can apply any time during the first two years of your MD program.
• For Graduate Students: You need an MSc or MA, a strong research background, and must meet the specific requirements of your host department.

Experience

• If your research experience is limited, consider gaining practical experience, such as through the BSc Med program, before applying.

Eligibility

• You must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (including those with Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) or Federal Permanent Residency).
• You must also meet the requirements for the Undergraduate Medical Education Program (UGME) and Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies in your host department.