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Cell Biology

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About Cell Biology, MSc - at University of Alberta

Award: Master of Science

The Department of Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, offers graduate programs leading to the MSc and PhD degrees in cell biology. The Department provides a world-class training environment in a range of areas including organelle biogenesis and disease, neurobiology, virology, cancer apoptosis and signal transduction, proteomics, molecular evolution, RNA biology, chaperones and pathogen-host interactions. Through an independent research program, complemented by seminars and formal coursework, students are trained to identify important problems, critically analyze scientific information and effectively communicate their results.

The Department of Cell Biology is endowed with state of the art equipment needed to perform experimental work in modern cell biology. Research funding is primarily from agencies such as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and the Canada Foundation for Innovation.

Detailed information on the graduate program can be found on the Department of Cell Biology website.

Address all inquiries to the Graduate Program Administrator, Department of Cell Biology.

Entrance Requirements

See Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Graduate Program Entrance Requirements.


Entry requirements

Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.


Why study at University of Alberta

  • Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
  • Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
  • Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
  • Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
  • Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
  • Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
  • Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes