Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences (Paediatrics) PHD Programme By University of Alberta |TopUniversities
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Application Deadline

01 Jun, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

MedicineMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Paediatrics offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences-Paediatrics (see Medical Sciences).

Highly qualified candidates with an MSc or MD, who wish to proceed to a PhD will be considered.

Areas of research include:

  • Cardiovascular Research & Thrombosis
  • Clinical Trials, Evidence-based Medicine
  • Gastroenterology
  • Genetics
  • Indigenous Health
  • Neonatology
  • Nephrology
  • Neurology/Neurosciences
  • Obesity
  • Oncology/Cancer
  • Respiratory Medicine

Inquiries about this program should be directed to the Graduate Program Administrator in the Department of Paediatrics at the above email address.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Paediatrics offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences-Paediatrics (see Medical Sciences).

Highly qualified candidates with an MSc or MD, who wish to proceed to a PhD will be considered.

Areas of research include:

  • Cardiovascular Research & Thrombosis
  • Clinical Trials, Evidence-based Medicine
  • Gastroenterology
  • Genetics
  • Indigenous Health
  • Neonatology
  • Nephrology
  • Neurology/Neurosciences
  • Obesity
  • Oncology/Cancer
  • Respiratory Medicine

Inquiries about this program should be directed to the Graduate Program Administrator in the Department of Paediatrics at the above email address.

Admission Requirements

95+
7.5+
69+
3.3+

The department generally does not accept students with an overall grade point average of less than 3.3 on the last two years of academic study (normally the last 60 units of course weight).

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  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

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