Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Medical Genetics in Vancouver Canada | The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia
|
Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,690
(c. USD7,126.13)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The UBC Department of Medical Genetics brings together a vibrant community of genetics and genomics researchers, delivering exceptional expertise, innovative technology, and empathetic patient care. Our department includes numerous leading faculty members who employ advanced genetic, epigenetic, genomic, and bioinformatics approaches to study conditions like cancer, diabetes, obesity, neurological disorders, and other genetic diseases. The research environment thrives on collaboration, with partnerships spanning local, national, and global networks that enhance scientific discovery.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants for a master's degree program must hold the academic equivalent of a four-year bachelor's degree from UBC with: a minimum overall average in the B+ grade range (76-79% at UBC) in third-year level and above courses; or academic standing with at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in the field of study; or applicants who have a four-year bachelor's degree, or its academic equivalent, which does not meet the requirements stated above, but who have had significant formal training and relevant professional experience to offset such deficiencies, may be granted admission on the recommendation of the appropriate graduate program or faculty and approval of the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.
PREREQUISITES / COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Mandatory advanced-level courses in:
•Genetics and/or genomics.
Strongly recommended: advanced-level courses in one or more of the following -
•Biochemistry
•Molecular Biology
•Biostatistics (Statistics)
•Bioinformatics (i.e. MICB 405 or equivalent)
Additional criteria:
•Relevant laboratory research experience
•Excellent references with assessment of research expertise and aptitude
English Language Proficiency Requirement
TOEFL (IBT) OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
100
ibT Reading 24
ibT Writing 26
ibT Listening 24
ibT Speaking 24
IELTS OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
7.5
IELTS Reading 7.0
IELTS Writing 7.0
IELTS Listening 7.0
IELTS Speaking 7.0
Tuition
CAD
9,690