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PhD Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at University of Toronto

University of Toronto, Canada

Programme overview

PhD Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology is a graduate programme (Doctor of Philosophy) in the Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology graduate unit of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto. Length: 4 years full-time. Mode of delivery: In person.

Faculty: School of Graduate Studies  |  Department: Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Coursework. Students must complete 1.0 full-course equivalent (FCE) as follows: LMP1003H and an additional 0.5 elective FCE. The PhD thesis is completed under the direction of the candidate's supervisor, assisted by the advisory committee. The PhD thesis must demonstrate a substantial contribution to laboratory medicine and pathobiology, involving a systemat

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Application information

Entry requirements

Research experience evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, or presentations is normally required. Three strong letters of recommendation from faculty members familiar with the applicant's academic work. Normally, one of the referees should be the applicant's research supervisor. A detailed curriculum vitae (CV). Statement of intent (approximately 250 words). Applicants are selected by the departmental admissions committee on the basis of academic excellence. Admission to the program is finalized when a graduate faculty member agrees to supervise the student's research and guarantees a full stipend for the student. A limited number of selected students may enter the MD/PhD combin

Graduate applications are made online through GradApp; deadlines vary by program and are set by each graduate unit. The application fee is CDN $135, non-refundable, and a supplementary application fee may apply depending on the program.

Apply through the official page: https://future.utoronto.ca/applying

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