Learn the skills you need to become a high quality, research-based scientist.
Program Type Program OptionsThis program will not only prepare you to contribute to drug discovery, but also development in academia and the pharmaceutical industry.
This program participates in the Integrated Health Research Training Program (IHRTP). While no credit is provided for the IHRTP, you will receive a notation on your transcription.
You'll need to meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirements as well as any program-specific admissions requirements before you can apply.
At Dalhousie, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. We offer competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students in almost all of our degree programs.
Thesis: As part of your graduate studies, you will have the opportunity to engage in your own research with a supervisor and supervisory committee overseeing your progress.
2 years or longer
All graduate programs at Dalhousie are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

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