Master of Science in Medical Science - ​​​​Biomedical Science

The Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy programs in Medical Science are available in a wide range of basic sciences, clinical sciences, and population health research. Under the mentorship of a faculty member, a student receives specialized training and exposure to Toronto’s finest multidisciplinary research. The full-time MSc and PhD programs emphasize hands-on research, rather than coursework. The Institute of Medical Science (IMS) is the graduate unit of choice for MDs seeking training as clinician investigators, and graduates may seek positions as academics and health-care professionals in universities, government, and industry. The IMS participates in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Clinical Investigator Program (CIP).The Institute of Medical Science offers a wide range of stimulating Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy programs in basic sciences, clinical sciences, and population health research. Under the mentorship of one of our faculty members, you will receive specialized training and exposure to Toronto’s finest cutting-edge multidisciplinary research. Our graduates have been appointed to instrumental positions as academics and health care professionals in universities, government and industry. Biomedical Communication is an interdisciplinary profession that bridges the disciplines of art, science, medicine and communication. The Master of Science in Biomedical Communication (MScBMC), unique in Canada, is one of only four internationally accredited programs of its kind. Over a two-year curriculum, the MScBMC Program engages students in the creation and evaluation of a range of visual tools, including medical illustration, media and user experience design, animation, and virtual simulations.

A 4-year Honours BA, B.Eng, BSc, or an MD from a recognized universityAt least an A- (80%, 3.7 GPA, First Class Distinction) average in the last 2 years of your undergraduate degreeResearch experience (undergrad thesis, Summer Research Program, etc.)International Applicants must have secured a potential supervisorA letter of intent that contains a relatively specific outline of the proposed thesis workLetter of Intent (MSc applicants 1-2 pages)If you are a MSc applicant, you must submit two references from a faculty memberIf you are/were a University of Toronto student, you do not need to provide an official transcript for the application. Please upload a copy of your academic record from ROSI/ACORN as the electronic transcript to your online application