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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Pathology

At the end of their studies, Ph.D. graduates should be suitably prepared to initiate a career as a university professor or as an independent research scientist in industry or government. Some candidates combine their training in pathology with a second area, such as law or dentistry, giving them highly specialized areas of expertise.

Program Progression:
Minimum residency requirement (admitted as PhD1) is eight (8) full-time terms
Minimum residency requirement (admitted as PhD2) is six (6) full-time terms

Curriculum as of Winter 2025

Required Courses

PATH 620 Research Seminar 1 (3 credits)

PATH 622 Research Seminar 2 (3 credits)

PATH 701 Comprehensive Examination (0 credits)

6 credits

Complementary Courses

Three of the following 3 credit courses

3-9 credits from the following:

  • PATH 504 Disease in Depth (3 credits)
  • PATH 607 Biochemical Biology of Disease (3 credits)
  • PATH 652 Molecular Biology of Disease (3 credits)

0-6 credits at the 500 level or higher, which may be chosen from courses outside the Department of Pathology in consultations with the research director and graduate student advisory committee.

9 credits

Newly admitted students with an MSc degree will enter the program at PhD2.
Current MSc1 students who fast-track to the PhD program will also be enrolled as PhD2. 

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