MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

Build on your undergraduate degree and expand your horizons with a Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Sciences. This degree offers research-based training in areas including pharmacology, pharmacoepidemiology, drug utilization and medication safety. As a graduate, you’ll be ready for careers in higher education, pharmaceutical industry and public/private research institutions.

Faculty: College of Pharmacy | Duration: 2+ years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

Graduate programs at the College of Pharmacy give you access to world-class researchers in a state-of-the-art facility. With few mandatory electives, you’ll have the flexibility to create a program that meets your needs and suits your interests. This program is comprised of both research and coursework, culminating in a master’s thesis. These will take place concurrently and do not need to be finished in a set order.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be considered for the Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSc) program, you must meet the following minimum requirements. You need a four-year undergraduate degree in a related field. Acceptable disciplines include biochemistry, biology, cell biology, chemistry, computer science, pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacy, or statistics. You must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.5 scale. This GPA should be based on the last 60 credit hours (or two full years) of university study. You must negotiate a traineeship position with faculty research. To find out which faculty members are currently accepting students, refer to the list of advisors accepting graduate students. NOTE: In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry in Fall, Winter or Summer term. Fall applications open July 1 of the year before term start, Winter applications open September 1 two years prior to term start, Summer applications open April 1 of the year prior to term start.

Graduate application fee: $100 CAD domestic, $130 CAD international; additional application fees apply for Physician Assistant Studies ($25) and Preventive Dental Sciences (Orthodontics) ($50). Fee is non-refundable; pay by Visa or MasterCard, cheque, money order or Convera. Deadlines are set per program.

Apply through the official page: https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/apply

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