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Ophthalmology
 
  Program Website: www.ophthalm.med.ualberta.ca
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  Program Email: ophthalm@ualberta.ca  
  Graduate Student Positions https://gradpositions.med.ualberta.ca/ 

 

Department Profile
Note: The information provided is for promotional purposes and is subject to change. Always consult the department website and the University Calendar for the most up-to-date information.

 

Areas of Research
  • Electrophysiology of Vision
  • Models of Retinal Degeneration and Therapies
  • Ocular Anatomy
  • Ocular Genetics

 

Programs
   

Typical Length (in years)

Typical Entry

 

MSc (Thesis)

2

Fall (Sept)  Winter (Jan) 

 

PhD

4-6

Fall (Sept)  Winter (Jan) 

 

Minimum Admission Requirement
GPA
  • a baccalaureate degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta
  • 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on the most recent two years of full-time study (or equivalent)
English Language Proficiency
Applicants with degrees/qualifications in a language other than English may need to demonstrate English Language Proficiency through one of the following exam scores:
  • TOEFL: minimum score of 580 with a TWE of 4.0 or better (paper-based) or a total score of 92 with no less than 21 on each band (internet-based)
  • MELAB: minimum score of 85
  • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band score of 6.5, with at least 5 on each band
  • CAEL: overall minimum score of 70
  • PTE (Academic): overall minimum score of 59
Other Requirements
  • applicants must have a background in science and demonstrated success in research

 

Department Application Deadline
   

Canadian

International

 

Fall (Sept) Entry

Mar 30

Mar 30
 

Winter (Jan) Entry

Sept 30

July 31 - China/Nigeria
Sept 30 - Other

 

 

Tuition & Fees (typical)
  • approximately $5,000 CAD per year (full-time Canadian/Permanent Resident)
  • approximately $8,650 CAD per year (full-time International student)
Funding (typical)
The University of Alberta does not guarantee funding and funding levels may vary. Please contact the department for details.

Canadian

  • $16,200 for MSc student
  • $18,500 for PhD student

International

  • $16,200 for MSc student
  • $18,500 for PhD student
About the Department
  • active research program integrating clinical and basic science approaches to improve the visual health of Canadians
  • major research themes include genetics, tele-ophthalmology, clinical trials and ocular physiology, all of which seek to translate research advances directly into improved clinical practice
  • stimulating research environment
How to Apply?
  • Your first step is to visit the website of the department offering your program of interest and to inquire with the department. Different departments have different application procedures and approaches, so always inquire first. See How to Apply.

 

 
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