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MBS in Pathobiology

Pathobiology: GDip

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Degree

  • GDip (Type 3) (Graduate Diploma)

Program Type

  • Coursework

Delivery

  • On-campus

Entry Terms & Deadlines

  • Domestic:

    • Fall (September): July 1
    • Winter (January): November 1
    • Summer (May): March 1

  • International:

    • Fall (September): March 1
    • Winter (January): July 1
    • Summer (May): November 1

Duration

  • Full Time: 12 months
  • Part Time: 24 months

Admission Average

B (73% - 76%)
Program Structure

Research in the Department of Pathobiology addresses such diverse areas as pathogens of animals and how they interact with their hosts, emerging and zoonotic pathogens, antimicrobial resistance, immunologic and genetic bases of resistance to infectious disease, development and progression of cancer, and immunemediated and inflammatory diseases. We work on diseases of farm animals, laboratory animals, fish, wildlife, zoo and companion animals, from the molecular level to that of the population.

Department of Pathobiology
Fields
Comparative Pathology
Immunology
Veterinary Infectious Diseases
Veterinary Pathology
Are you interested in
Infectious diseases of animals
Immunology
Cancer development and treatment
Veterinary pathology diagnostics and research
Zoo medicine and wildlife
One Health
Career Opportunities
Biomedical research
Animal health research and development
Diagnostic activities in private and public sector laboratories
Academia

Program Overview and Admission Requirements

The Master of Science (MSc) program is a thesis-based program completed in approximately 6 semesters (2 years). The MSc program requires the successful completion and defence of a research-based thesis. The PhD program in Pathobiology is a thesis-based program completed in approximately 12 semesters (4 years). The PhD program requires the successful completion of a qualifying exam and the completion and defence of a research-based thesis. The Graduate Diploma in Pathobiology (GDip) is a course-based program completed in approximately 3 semesters (1 year).

Admission Requirements

In the Pathobiology department, the minimum admission requirements are:

■ MSc: an honours undergraduate degree in a relevant field with a minimum average of 73% (B)
■ PhD: an approved Master’s degree with a minimum average of 77% (B+)
■ GDip: a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or its equivalent) with an acceptable academic standing

Applicants must also confirm a faculty advisor before they apply. Please direct any questions regarding admission requirements to the Graduate and Research Programs team.

Application Deadlines:

Ongoing- see website for details
Entry- Fall, Winter, Spring

Collaborative Specializations

Collaborative Specializations allow students to enhance their degrees with multidisciplinary research. The Department of Pathobiology participates in the following Collaborative Specializations: Additional information can be found in the Graduate Calendar. Collaborative Specializations in Neuroscience, Regenerative Medicine and Toxicology may also be available; please consult with your prospective advisor.

One Health
International Development

Contact Us

OVC Graduate Research and Programs Team:
ovc.pathgrad@uoguelph.ca

Graduate Program Coordinators:

Dr. Janet Beeler-Marfisi
jbeelerm@uoguelph.ca

Dr. Jeff Caswell
jcaswell@uoguelph.ca

OVC U of G (Ontario Veterinary College - University of Guelph)

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