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M.Sc. and Ph.D. thesis research degrees in Parasitology, with Bioinformatics and Environment options; and non-thesis Graduate Certificate and M.Sc. (Applied) degree in Biotechnology.
The Institute of Parasitology teaches and researches the phenomenon of parasitism of humans and livestock. The nutrition/parasitism interface is also examined. Current research involvement includes the biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, pharmacology, control, ecology, epidemiology, immunology, molecular biology, neurobiology, and population and molecular genetics of parasitic organisms, viruses, and cancer cells. The non-thesis programs in Biotechnology offer a course-based curriculum with practical training in laboratory courses and internships.
The Institute is housed in its own building adjacent to the Macdonald Campus Library and has well-equipped laboratories. A confocal microscopy suite is available on site. Small and large animal facilities are present on the Macdonald campus. The Institute is affiliated with the Æ»¹ûÒùÔº Centre for Tropical Diseases at the Montreal General Hospital.
Graduates typically go on to become career research scientists, enter the biotechnology sector in research, management, or sales, or accept government positions.
Parasitology Programs
Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) (46 credits) |
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A research project is undertaken in an area of parasitology under the direction of a supervisor, and a thesis is produced. Coursework is minimal. Graduates have gone on to medical school, to teaching positions, or have found employment in scientific fields. |
Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) — Bioinformatics (47 credits) |
A research project is undertaken in an area of parasitology under the direction of a supervisor, and a thesis is produced. This option involves additional coursework specializing in bioinformatics, and graduates are highly trained professionals with expertise in bioinformatics. |
Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) — Environment (46 credits) |
A research project is undertaken under the direction of a supervisor, and a thesis is produced. This option involves extra coursework in topics relevant to the environment and is suitable for students interested in environmental issues. Graduates find employment in science and/or the environment, such as management or consulting positions in the emerging field of environmental protection, or go on to further graduate studies. |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology |
An advanced, original research project is undertaken in an area of parasitology supervised by faculty staff. Coursework is minimal. Graduates are well suited for teaching positions in academia or research careers in a university or private industry laboratory. |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology — Bioinformatics |
An advanced, original research project in an area of parasitology is undertaken supervised by faculty staff, and a thesis is produced. Additional coursework in the field of bioinformatics is required for this option. Graduates are well suited for a teaching or research career, especially where there is particular emphasis on the science of bioinformatics. |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology — Environment |
An advanced, original research project in an area of parasitology is undertaken supervised by faculty staff, and a thesis is produced. There is additional coursework on environmental topics for this option. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, industry, or government, especially where the focus is on environmental protection or management of valuable natural resources, such as water. |
Candidates for either the M.Sc. or the Ph.D. thesis research degree should possess a bachelor's degree in the biological or medical sciences with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.2/4.0 (second class – upper division). High grades are expected in courses considered by the academic unit to be preparatory to the graduate program. Previous experience in parasitology is not essential.
Qualifying Students
Some applicants whose academic degrees and standing entitle them to serious consideration for admission to graduate studies, but who are considered inadequately prepared in the subject selected, may be admitted to a Qualifying program if they have met the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0. The course(s) to be taken in a Qualifying program will be prescribed by the academic unit concerned. Qualifying students are registered in graduate studies, but not as candidates for a degree. Only one Qualifying year is permitted. Successful completion of a Qualifying program does not guarantee admission to a degree program.
Financial Aid – Financial aid is very limited and highly competitive. It is suggested that students give serious consideration to their financial planning before submitting an application. Normally, a student will not be accepted unless adequate financial support can be provided by the student and/or the student’s supervisor. Academic units cannot guarantee financial support via teaching assistantships or other funds.
Æ»¹ûÒùԺ’s online application form for graduate program candidates is available at www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply.
See Application Procedures for detailed application procedures.
The application deadlines listed here are set by the Institute of Parasitology and may be revised at any time. Applicants must verify all deadlines and documentation requirements well in advance on the appropriate Æ»¹ûÒùÔº departmental website; please consult the list at www.mcgill.ca/gps/contact/graduate-program.
Canadian | International | Special/Exchange/Visiting |
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Fall: May 31 | Fall: March 15 | Fall: Same as Canadian/International |
Winter: Oct. 15 | Winter: Aug. 31 | Winter: Same as Canadian/International |
Summer: N/A | Summer: N/A | Summer: N/A |
Admission to graduate studies is competitive; accordingly, late and/or incomplete applications are considered only as time and space permit.
International applicants are advised to apply well in advance of these dates because immigration procedures may be lengthy.
Director |
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Timothy G. Geary |
Professors |
Timothy G. Geary; B.Sc.(Notre Dame), Ph.D.(Mich.) (Canada Research Chair in Parasite Biotechnology) |
Roger Prichard; B.Sc., Ph.D.(NSW) (James Æ»¹ûÒùÔº Professor) |
Marilyn Scott; B.Sc.(New Br.), Ph.D.(McG.) |
Associate Professors |
Robin N. Beech; B.Sc.(Nott.), Ph.D.(Edin.) |
Elias Georges; B.Sc., Ph.D.(McG.) |
Armando Jardim; B.Sc., Ph.D.(Vic., BC) |
Paula Ribeiro; B.Sc., Ph.D.(York) |
Reza Salavati; B.A., M.A.(Calif. St.), Ph.D.(Wesl.) |
Assistant Professors |
Jerry Aldridge; B.Sc.(Lenoir-Rhyne), Ph.D.(Wake Forest) |
Petra Rohrbach; B.Sc.(McG.), Ph.D.(Heidelberg, Germany) |
Associate Members |
Gregory J. Matlashewski; B.Sc.(C'dia), Ph.D.(Ott.) |
Martin Olivier; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Montr.), Ph.D.(McG.) |
Mary Stevenson; B.A.(Hood Coll.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(CUA) |
Brian Ward; M.Sc.(Oxf.), M.D.,C.M.(McG.), DTM&H(Lond.) |
Adjunct Professors |
John P. Dalton; B.Sc., Ph.D.(Dublin) |
Sean Forrester; B.Sc.(Cape Breton), M.Sc.(Lake.), Ph.D.(McG.) |
For more information, see Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) (46 credits).
For more information, see Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) — Bioinformatics (47 credits).
For more information, see Master of Science (M.Sc.); Parasitology (Thesis) — Environment (46 credits).
For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology .
For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology — Bioinformatics .
For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Parasitology — Environment .