Program Description
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Experimental Medicine offered by the Division of Clinical and Translational Research in the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences is a research-intensive program that emphasizes transformative and high-level learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in information synthesis, critical thinking, and scientific communication to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.
Keywords: translational research, fundamental research, cancer, digital health/epidemiology, immunology, respiratory and cardiac diseases, gastric and renal diseases, neuroscience, experimental medicine, clinical research, digital health, basic science.
Unique Program Features
- The program trains students in the in-depth analysis of fundamental, translational and/or clinical research. Students perform studies at diverse levels, from molecular, cellular, and tissue to whole animal, human, and population in order to elucidate mechanisms behind human diseases, leading to drug discovery;
- Learning activities consist of a combination of in-class and practical training, as well as exposure to international conferences and guest seminars;
- Students pursue cutting-edge medical research in a unique setting in which Ph.D. and M.D. researchers collaborate, favouring translational research into the pathogenesis and treatment of diseases;
- Students typically receive funding to support for their living expenses, tuition and fees.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
PhD in Experimental Medicine website
Department Contact
Graduate Program experimental.medicine [at] mcgill.ca (subject: PhD%20in%20Experimental%20Medicine) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Winter
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | June 15 |
| WINTER | February 15 | August 1 | November 1 |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.