Overview

Immunology is the study of the physiological system that prevents or limits attack by infectious organisms. This is a broadly based program that considers the full range of host responses to pathogens that occur in living organisms.

The diversity of infectious agents and their adaptations in response to host immune systems will be central to the Immunology and Infection program at the University of Alberta.

What are my career options with this degree?

Possible careers include:

Bacteriologist
Biologist
Epidemiologist
Forensic Pathologist
Geneticist
Healthcare Professions
Immunologist
Laboratory Technician
Medical Error Consultant
Medical Librarian
Molecular Biologist
Parasitologist
Research Scientist
Respiratory Specialist
Virologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Virology
Immunology
Bacterial Pathogenesis
Human Physiology
Principles of Parasitism
Biochemistry of Eukaryotic Gene Expression
Gene Expression and its Regulation
Molecular Microbiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Immunology View 7 other Bachelors in Immunology in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is based on your complete academic history and achievement in three main areas: your grades, your English proficiency, and completion of required subjects.
Depending on what type of student you are, your transcripts may be sent to the university automatically, or you may need to arrange to have them sent.

Tuition Fee

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International

33968 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33968 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

7012 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7012 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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