Master of Science (M.Sc.) Human Genetics (Thesis) Program By McGill University |Top Universities

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Human Genetics (Thesis)

Subject Ranking

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Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,973 CADTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Human Genetics provides a unified curriculum of study in genetics. Areas of specialization include:
  • biochemical genetics
  • genetics of development
  • animal models of human diseases
  • cancer genetics
  • molecular pathology
  • gene therapy
  • genetic dissection of complex traits
  • genetics of infectious and inflammatory diseases
  • non-mendelian genetics
  • bioinformatics
  • behavioural genetics
  • neurogenetics
  • bioethics
  • genomics
Many of our faculty hold cross-appointments in various departments (including: biochemistry, biology, cardiology, medicine, microbiology, immunology, neurology, pathology, pediatrics, pharmacology, psychiatry, etc.) within the Faculties of Science and Medicine. This enables numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration. The Department conducts research on all sites of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, the McGill Life Sciences Complex, the McGill University & Genome Quebec Innovation Centre, the Biomedical Ethics Unit, and the Centre for Genomics and Policy.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Human Genetics provides a unified curriculum of study in genetics. Areas of specialization include:
  • biochemical genetics
  • genetics of development
  • animal models of human diseases
  • cancer genetics
  • molecular pathology
  • gene therapy
  • genetic dissection of complex traits
  • genetics of infectious and inflammatory diseases
  • non-mendelian genetics
  • bioinformatics
  • behavioural genetics
  • neurogenetics
  • bioethics
  • genomics
Many of our faculty hold cross-appointments in various departments (including: biochemistry, biology, cardiology, medicine, microbiology, immunology, neurology, pathology, pediatrics, pharmacology, psychiatry, etc.) within the Faculties of Science and Medicine. This enables numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration. The Department conducts research on all sites of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, the McGill Life Sciences Complex, the McGill University & Genome Quebec Innovation Centre, the Biomedical Ethics Unit, and the Centre for Genomics and Policy.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

7+
3.2+
100+
M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Human Genetics
Prerequisites:
  • B.Sc. – minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0;
  • A minimum of 6 credits in cellular and molecular biology or biochemistry, 3 credits in mathematics or statistics, and 3 credits in genetics.
Admission is based on acceptance by a research supervisor, confirmed funding for the duration of the academic program, and an online application form evaluated by the Graduate Training Committee.
Prospective graduate students should complete the online application form and indicate the name of the secured research supervisor.
1 Year
Feb
May
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

-
10,924 CAD

International Students

21,973 CAD
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