Program Description
The Graduate Certificate (Gr. Cert.) in Biomedical Science Translational Research offered by the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics in the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences is a course-based program that emphasizes cutting-edge and forward-thinking learning opportunities. Our comprehensive and innovative program offers a specialized and practical curriculum designed to equip students with advanced skills in biomedical research.
Unique Program Features
- The program is designed for McGill students in the STEM fields and is intended to be completed concurrently with their graduate program;
- The program is completed in one and a half years and includes a mix of medical-style coursework and immersive clinical experience with a one-on-one mentor;
- The learning experience also includes recurring seminars and other networking events with clinical mentors, industry partners, and MD & MD-PhD students.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
Grad Cert in Biomedical Science Translational Research website
Department Contact
Graduate Program gradstudies.pharmacology [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Grad%20Cert%20in%20Translational%20Biomedical%20Science%20Research) (email)
Available Intakes
Winter
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| WINTER | February 15 | August 1 | November 15 |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.