Apply before Oct 2026, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.Starting May 2027- Apply before Feb 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Dec 2026, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
Starting September 2027- Apply before Apr 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jun 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 7.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Halifax, Canada
Disciplines
Microbiology, Immunology
Overview
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology programme provides you with the foundation to excel in a competitive research environment.
Along with gaining a general knowledge of microbiology and immunology, we also have four areas of specialization - bacteriology and microbial pathogenesis, cancer, immunology and inflammation, virology – so you can concentrate your studies in specific areas. Visit the programme website for more information
Close collaborations and joint ventures between Microbiology and Immunology and clinical departments such as Paediatrics, Pathology, Surgery and Medicine as well as the Faculty of Dentistry have enhanced the development of several successful multidisciplinary research teams in areas such as cancer cell biology, vaccinology, transplantation, immunity and inflammation.
Careers
Possible careers include:
- University / college educator
- Research scientist (industry, government, academic institution)
- Biotech scientist
- Research administration (manager, journal editor, patent officer)
- Further specialization (medicine, law, dentistry, journalism)
Programme options
Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Host Pathogen Interactions and Human Disease
- Graduate Seminar - PhD
- Comprehensive Examination
- PhD Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: B+
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 7.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Thesis-based master's degree or its equivalent.
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study.
- Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: 7,114 AUD / year ≈ 7,053 CAD / year
Domestic: 7,114 AUD / year ≈ 7,053 CAD / year
Living costs
Halifax, Canada: 1,246-1,973 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Dalhousie offers competitive tuition rates and funding programmes to support graduate students in almost all of its degree programmes.
