Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology
University of British Columbia · Vancouver, Canada
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University of British Columbia · Vancouver, Canada
Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology
Doctoral · Medicine
About this programme
The Microbiology and Immunology programme includes the study of bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites as well as the immune system. Students can investigate the ecology, evolution and environments of microorganisms, the diseases they cause, the microbiome and its influence on the immune system and our health, immunity and disease. We are seeking solutions to the problem of antibiotic resistance; using microbial engineering in industrial processing and environmental remediation; determining how our immune system can best protect us against infection and cancer; using this information to design new immunotherapies and treatments for inflammation and auto-immune diseases. Our research spans population and systems biology and ecology, organism behavior and function, as well as cell interactions and molecular mechanisms. Our graduates are extens
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Medicine
- Tuition
- C$10,082 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- September
Visa
- Visa required
- Study Permit
- Application fee
- CAD 150
- Proof of funds
- CAD 22,895
- Processing time
- 16 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (4)
- Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA)Fully funded · Deadline September each year
- Canada Graduate Research Scholarships - Doctoral (CGRS-D)Fully funded · Deadline November each year (nominated by university)
- Ontario Graduate ScholarshipPartial funding · Varies by university, typically February
- UBC Graduate AwardPartial funding · Deadline January each year (varies by faculty)