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We are now accepting graduate student applications

The professional Master’s in Medical Genomics program is designed for competent students. We will extend admissions to students from diverse academic backgrounds and will prioritize the potential for success over any single axis of academic achievement. In addition to meeting the Department of Molecular Genetics admission requirements, applicants must satisfy the following minimal criteria for either stream:

Laboratory Stream

An appropriate Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with high academic standing from a recognized university, with a B+ average or better over the last two years of study. The undergraduate degree should display competence in genetics, molecular biology, or related fields.

Clinical Stream

  • A PharmD or equivalent degree in Pharmacy or Pharmacology

  • A PDEP accredited B.Sc. in Food & Nutrition. If the B.Sc. program was not fully integrated with an internship, applicants must also have completed their dietitians' internship / Master's practicum

  • Registration with a recognized College of Nurses, and completion of a College approved Nurse Practitioner graduate program

  • At least 1 year of an undergraduate medical degree from an accredited university

  • A recognized Genetic Counselling degree

To all our prospective applicants: view our recorded Info Session!

View a recording of our live info session on Youtube to hear from the Program Director Dr. Erin Styles about the application process, and from current students about their experience in the program.

See if this video already answers your questions, and join us for live sessions before the application deadlines twice a year. 

Applicants entering the program in either stream who have NOT completed an advanced (graduate level) degree will have obtained a minimum undergraduate B+ grade average. Applicants entering the program following the completion of an advanced degree will have received a minimum undergraduate B grade average. 

Applicants will complete an application package including:

  • All previous university transcripts

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)

  • Letter of intent (1 to 2 pages maximum), including how this program will have an impact on their future career path

  • Three reference reports from professional, academic, or other qualified referees

Preferred applicants will have relevant research and/or clinical experience and demonstrate an immediate and substantive use of this degree in professional practice. We will invite them for a 30-minute interview to confirm student excellence. Twenty students will be accepted per year.

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