Advancing Cancer Research Through Interdisciplinary Education
Welcome to the new PhD in Interdisciplinary Cancer Sciences (ICSP), a unique and innovative program designed to shape the future of cancer research.
ICSP provides doctoral candidates with a holistic understanding of the entire cancer research continuum, while allowing them to specialize in a specific discipline.
65+
Principal Investigators
17
Units
As the first interdepartmental PhD program within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, ICSP marks a major step forward in interdisciplinary education. The program brings together a diverse community of cancer research experts, delivering a comprehensive training environment spanning four key research pillars.

ICSP PILLARS
Cancer Biology
Cancer Therapeutics and Diagnostics
Cancer Etiology, Prevention and Prognosis
Psychosocial Oncology
Application deadlines:
International Applicants: December 1, 2025
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents: February 1, 2026

Join a new generation of leaders in cancer research.
