Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027 — Apply before Dec 2026
- Starting January 2028 — Apply before Apr 2027
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Montréal, Canada
Disciplines
Microbiology, Immunology
Overview
Features
Our Microbiology and Immunology program at McGill University aims to produce scientists capable of solving basic biological and health-related problems who will be competitive for leadership positions in universities, government laboratories and the private sector.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Thesis
- Graduate Seminars
- Current Topics
- Comprehensive Examination-Ph.D. Candidate
- Reading and Conference
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Two letters of reference
- Transcripts from all the university-level institutions attended to date.
- The Supervisor Confirmation Form
- Proof of proficiency in English
- CV
- Personal Statement
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 18,762 AUD / year (≈ 18,604 CAD / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 3,052 AUD / year (≈ 3,026 CAD / year)
Living costs
Montréal, Canada: 1,083–1,774 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
McGill University is committed to provide financial support for graduate education. Through Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) and other academic units, McGill is working to increase the number of student fellowships and scholarships, exploring new avenues for student support, and making it easier to disburse existing funds. Our competitive funding support offers, coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living, makes graduate studies at McGill a wise educational investment.
