Thesis-based MSc providing research training in immunology, covering the functions and interactions of the immune system, infections such as cryptococcus, pseudomonas, Lyme disease and malaria, and diseases such as diabetes. Students join the Immunology Research Group.
Faculty: Cumming School of Medicine | Department: Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases | Duration: Two years full-time; four years maximum | Intake: May 1, September 1 or January 1 (deadlines: May: Mar 1 Canadian/PR, Dec 1 international; Sept: Jun 1 / Apr 1; Jan: Oct 1 / Aug 1) | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
What you will study
Two courses, such as cellular immunology or inflammation, Research Integrity Day, a CIHR sex and gender module, the Snyder Graduate Program Seminar Series, a defended research proposal and an original thesis.
Career pathways
Pharmaceutical industry, academia, government, clinical microbiology, consulting, public health; prerequisite for a PhD.
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