Medical Science
Program Overview
The Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy programs in Medical Science are available in a wide range of basic sciences, clinical sciences, and population health research. Under the mentorship of a faculty member, a student receives specialized training and exposure to Toronto’s finest multidisciplinary research. Students conduct research in one of six fields:
- Bioethics
- Biomedical Science
- Clinical Science
- Health Professions Education
- Population Health/Health Services
- Radiation Oncology
The full-time MSc and PhD programs emphasize hands-on research, rather than coursework. The Institute of Medical Science (IMS) is the graduate unit of choice for MDs seeking training as clinician investigators, and graduates may seek positions as academics and health-care professionals in universities, government, and industry. The IMS participates in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Clinical Investigator Program (CIP).
Students may also be interested in the combined degree program in Medicine, Doctor of / Doctor of Philosophy (MD/PhD).
See video: Explore Graduate Programs at the Faculty of Medicine
Quick Facts
| Domestic | International | |
|---|---|---|
| Application deadline | MSc, PhD: Fall 2024 Entry 1-June-2024 | MSc, PhD: Fall 2024 Entry 15-April-2024 |
| Minimum admission average | MSc, PhD: A- or 3.7/4
| MSc, PhD: A- or 3.7/4
|
| Direct entry option from bachelor's to PhD? | PhD: Yes | PhD: Yes |
| Is a supervisor identified before or after admission? | MSc: No supervisor required at time of application PhD:Supervisor is required at time of application | MSc, PhD: Supervisor is required at time of application |
| If a supervisor is identified after admission (as per question above), is admission conditional upon securing a supervisor? | MSc, PhD: Yes | MSc, PhD: N/A |
| Is a supervisor assigned by the graduate unit or secured by the applicant? | MSc, PhD: Secured by the applicant | MSc, PhD: Secured by the applicant |
| Are any standardized tests required/recommended? | MSc, PhD: NA | MSc, PhD: English Language Proficiency Test |
“I wanted to perform research that challenges traditional boundaries.”
- Sarah Gagliano
- Alumna, PhD (2016), Medical Science