Veterinary Medical Sciences
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Thesis-based program
Program overview
Our graduate program is preparing the next generation of international leaders in animal and public health. Students will expand on their understanding of core competencies in veterinary medical sciences. They will acquire specialized expertise through the course of their thesis projects, deepening their skills as they embark on careers as highly-trained academics and professionals.
The graduate mission of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine is to be a world leader in the training of animal health researchers and postgraduate veterinarians, creating experts who will advance animal and public health as well as the veterinary profession.
Completing this program
- Core courses:Students take courses in professional skills in health science research and biostatistical methods.
- Seminar: Students will be required to give two seminars during their time in the program.
- Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend an original research thesis.
- Additional Courses:Topics may include biology of laboratory animals, stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, parasitology and more.
- Candidacy: Students will complete a research proposal and both oral and written candidacy exams.
Specializations
- Wildlife Health and Ecology
- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine (see Interdisciplinary Specializations)
Outcomes
Academia; government (regulatory--food safety; water safety); feedlot; zoos; centre for disease control; biotechnology; pharmaceuticals; vaccine development; diagnostic pathology.
A PhD in Veterinary Medical Sciences is usually considered a final degree for pursuing academic and non-academic careers in the above sectors.
Thesis-based program
Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.
Courses
Four courses
Learn more about program requirements in the Academic Calendar
Classroom delivery
Time commitment
Two years full time; six years maximum
Supervisor
A supervisor is required; potential supervisors must be listed when applying to the program
Fees and funding
See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance.
Supervisors
Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree.\ Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information.
Accepting Inquiries
Avian viral immunology 2. Herman Barkema
Accepting Inquiries 3. Jeff Biernaskie
Accepting Inquiries 4. Johnathan Canton
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Immunology 5. Prasanth Chelikani
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Obesity, Diabetes, Nutrition 6. Li-Fang (Jack) Chu
Seeking Students
Genetic Regulation of Developmental Clocks, Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, Biology of species-specific pluripotent stem cells 7. Eduardo Cobo
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Innate immunity in the gut 8. Alastair Cribb
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Pharmacogenetics, Molecular toxicology 9. Jeroen De Buck
Accepting Inquiries 10. Rob Deardon
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Admission requirements
GPA
A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.
Minimum education
A Master's degree from an accredited institution with course work appropriate for VMS graduate training from a recognized institution.
Work samples
None
Documents
Curriculum Vitae, and a Letter of Understanding signed by the prospective student and supervisor with a statement outlining the supervisor’s commitment to the training of the student, as well as their commitment to fund the student in accordance with the minimum VMS guidelines.
Reference letters
Two
Test scores
None
English language proficiency (ELP)
An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in different ways. For accepted criteria, please refer to the program “Admissions” tab in the Academic Calendar.
*Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements.
Deadlines
For admission on September 1
Canadians and permanent residents: Jun. 1 application deadline
International students: Jun. 1 application deadline
For admission on January 1
Canadians and permanent residents: Nov. 1 application deadline
International students: Nov. 1 application deadline
For admission on May 1
Canadians and permanent residents: Mar. 1 application deadline
International students: Mar. 1 application deadline
For admission on July 1
Canadians and permanent residents: May 1 application deadline
International students: May 1 application deadline
If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements
Are you ready to apply?
Learn more about this program
Veterinary Medical Sciences Graduate Program
Veterinary Medical Sciences Graduate Programs (Foothills Campus)\ TRW 2D08, 3280 Hospital Drive NW\ Calgary, ABT2N 4Z6\ 403.210.8764
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Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
TRW 2D01\ 3280 Hospital Drive NW\ Calgary, ABT2N 4Z6\ 403.210.3961
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Highlights of the Veterinary Medicine program
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