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Human Genetics (Ph.D.) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

A doctoral programme in Human Genetics. The normal and expected duration is four to five years.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences  |  Department: Human Genetics  |  Duration: 4-5 years (minimum three years full-time resident study, six terms)  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

Students admitted to PhD1 register in research courses HGEN 716 (first term) and HGEN 717 (second term).

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Entry requirements

Students holding a master's degree in a related field from McGill or an approved institution and proceeding in the same subject may, on recommendation of the Graduate Training Committee, enter at the Ph.D. 2 level.

Duration: 4-5 years (minimum three years full-time resident study, six terms)

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