Overview

Establish yourself as an independent researcher in virology and immunology. In this doctorate program, you will produce an original research project, present your research findings at scientific conferences, and publish them in peer-reviewed journals. You must be able to develop an original research hypothesis and explain the methods used to experimentally validate it.

Features

You have the required technical skills for a career in research and excellent critical thinking skills to interpret your results.

After completing the Virology and Immunology program at University of Montreal and your subsequent postdoctoral training, you will be positioned to compete for research grants.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Directed Readings in Microbiology

Research Seminar

PhD Comprehensive Examination

Thesis.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Montréal, Canada

Disciplines

Immunology View 12 other PhDs in Immunology in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Have an MSc (Microbiology and Immunology) or an MSc in a discipline that is deemed relevant, or show proof of equivalent education.

Have obtained a grade-point average at the graduate level of at least 3.3 out of 4.3 or the equivalent.

Demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of French and English and in particular show proof of proficiency in English before being accepted in the second year of the program.

Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of any other language deemed necessary for their research.

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9302 CAD / year

≈ 9302 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1513 CAD / year

≈ 1513 CAD / year

Living costs

Montréal

Canada

1074 - 1759 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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