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The University of Manitoba's Microbiology graduate program focuses on research-based learning. Admission to either the M.Sc. or Ph.D. programs requires securing a faculty supervisor beforehand. The curriculum aims to broaden understanding of contemporary microbiology research, update students' expertise in their chosen specialization, and refine their scientific communication skills. This approach cultivates highly skilled researchers who frequently publish multiple papers from their thesis work - a significant advantage for career advancement post-graduation. Our department provides Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees across key microbiology disciplines. With our compact size, faculty and student research focuses on several core specializations: 1. Microbial ecology and geochemistry; 2. Molecular genetics; 3. Autotrophic bacterial metabolism; 4. Microbial biotechnology and biochemistry; 5. Microbial pathogenesis (detailed faculty research interests listed below). These rapidly evolving fields ensure our graduates remain highly employable, while our collaborative environment fosters knowledge sharing and resource utilization among researchers working on connected projects. The department's smaller scale creates a welcoming, collegial environment where students easily connect with accessible faculty and peers who actively support one another. The Ph.D. program combines rigorous coursework with extensive research requirements.
Program Length - 4 years.