About PhD Program,
In the Ph.D. program, students conduct independent original research under the supervision of one or more graduate faculty members. Students in the Ph.D. program will conduct thesis research at an advanced level and ultimately present their investigations in a Ph.D. thesis and defend their research at a Ph.D. Final Oral Examination.
In addition, Ph.D. students acquire training in basic pharmacological principles and research concepts and also acquire a breadth of training through additional courses and breadth modules.
Collaborative Specializations
Students in the Department of Pharmacology may also enrol in one of eight Collaborative Specializations. These multidisciplinary collaborative specializations offer students the opportunity to explore an area of interest outside of their primary program.
The Ph.D. program in Pharmacology aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmacology, while allowing you to gain specific expertise in your areas of interest. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on research, you will build on your knowledge of pharmacology, develop critical thinking skills, carryout and interpret investigations, and produce publishable findings.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
In preparation, applicants are normally required to have taken courses in physiology, biochemistry, or related sciences sufficient to form a foundation for their work in pharmacology. We also recommend incorporating a research project into your course timetable before graduation.
Applicants to the Ph.D. program must hold an appropriate Master’s degree, or its equivalent, from a recognized university, with an average of at least B+ in their graduate degree courses.
All students, once enrolled, will have their research ability and potential for their particular program of study reviewed after completion of one year. The review will also include a recommendation from the Supervisory Committee to the Graduate Education Committee (GEC).
PhD Funding Coverage,
Students in the thesis-based M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology receive annual stipends during the normal graduate degree program duration.
Part-time students and students enrolled in the course-based (Applied Clinical Pharmacology) M.Sc. program are not guaranteed stipend support.
The stipend may be achieved through a combination of awards from different sources. About 30% of students receive support from external scholarships and awards; the remainder is supported by grant funds awarded to supervising faculty members.
Application Requirement,
Application Fees
References
Transcripts
Statement of Interest
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Application Deadline,
Apr 25, 2025
Application Fee,
There is a $125 CDN application fee. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
