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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:

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Rageen Rajendram

“I'm investigating the genetics of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.”

Rageen Rajendram
Alumnus, MSc (2014), Medical Science
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