Pharmacology and Therapeutics (PhD)

Starting January 2028: Apply before June 2027 (International); apply before October 2027 (National)

Starting May 2028: Apply before October 2027 (International)

Overview

About the program

The Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics at the University of Manitoba is dedicated to training highly qualified, adaptable graduate students and fellows to meet the growing worldwide demand for basic science and clinical pharmacologists.

We recognize that competing for the most desirable career options relies upon having a competitive research record, which is why we teach and encourage innovation, technical diversity, collaboration and rigorous scientific integrity to drive publication of high-impact pharmacological research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Drug Distribution, Metabolism and Excretion
• Topics in Pharmacology
• Neuropharmacology
• Recent Advances in Pharmacology
• Pharmacokinetics of Drug Disposition
• Molecular Pharmacology

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GPA: 3

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 86
• PTE Academic: 61
• IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to the Pharmacology and Therapeutics (PhD) program, you must have a research-based master's degree in a related field (science, pharmacy or nursing).

Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

• $100 application fee (non-refundable)
• Statement of intent
• Two letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

International: 6,358 AUD / year (approximately 6,280 CAD / year)

Domestic: 6,358 AUD / year (approximately 6,280 CAD / year)

Living costs

Winnipeg, Canada: 1,069–1,671 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.