Career opportunities
On the following page, you will find information regarding career opportunities and competencies for both the undergraduate as well as the integrated Master’s or PhD program in Translational Molecular Medicine (TMM). You will also find some key elements that distinguish the undergraduate and integrated programs.
A program designed to help students gain experience in critical thinking and innovative biomedical research. This program that opens doors to graduate studies, health professionals education, and careers in biomedical research.
Admission requirements
- 2 years of study (60 course units) in an undergraduate BSc in a relevant discipline
- 7 out of 10 for a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)
- Prerequisite courses (see the admission website)
Time of completion
- 2 years of BSc in a relevant discipline and 2 years in TMM program for a total duration of 4 years.
Diplomas received upon successful completion of program
- Honours B.Sc in TMM
Skills learned
- Theoretical and technical laboratory skills
- Skills to perform biomedical research
- Introduction to research in the biomedical sciences
- Science communication skills
Key program requirements
- Honours Research Project (TMM4012)
- Science Communication course (TMM4950)
- Government agencies
- Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries
- Medical and health care facilities
- Advanced studies at the graduate level or in health and allied health professions
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A program designed to provide students with experience in critical thinking and all components of innovative biomedical research at the undergraduate and graduate level. This integrated research-intensive program prepares students for careers in biomedical research.
Admission requirements
- 2 years of study (60 course units) in an undergraduate BSc in a relevant discipline.
- 8 out of 10 for a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)
- Prerequisite courses (see the admission website)
Time of completion
- 2 years in BSc in relevant discipline, 2 years in TMM program and 1 year in the MSc for a total duration of 5 years.
- Receive both undergraduate and graduate degrees at the end of the program.
Diplomas received upon successful completion of the program
- Honours B.Sc in TMM
- MSc in either BCH, CMM, MIC or NSC
Skills learned
- Theoretical and technical laboratory skills
- In depth skills to perform biomedical research
- Research in a specific subject in biomedicine
- Science communication and science professional skills
Key program requirements
- Research Project (TMM5900)
- Master’s seminar (in the discipline of the Master’s degree)
- Master’s Thesis
- Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries
- Government agencies
- Scientific consultation firms and community organizations
- Advanced studies at the graduate level or in health and allied health professions (eg. PhD, MD/PhD)
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A program designed to help students develop mastery in critical thinking, experimental design and innovative biomedical research. This integrated research-intensive program prepares students for careers in advanced biomedical research in an academic, industry or government setting.
Admission requirements
- 2 years of study (60 course units) in an undergraduate BSc in a relevant discipline.
- 8 out of 10 for a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)
- Prerequisite courses (see the admission website)
Time of completion
- 2 years in BSc in relevant discipline, 2 years in TMM program and 4 years in the PhD for a total duration of 8 years.
- Receive both undergraduate and graduate degrees at the end of the program.
Diplomas received upon successful completion of the program
- Honours B.Sc in TMM
- PhD in either BCH, CMM, MIC or NSC
Skills learned
- Theoretical and technical laboratory skills
- Mastery of skills to perform biomedical research
- Disciplinary expertise
- Advanced research leading to new discoveries in the area of biomedicine
- Science communication and science professional skills
Key program requirements
- PhD seminar
- Comprehensive exam
- PhD Thesis
- Independent researcher/scientist in an academic or industry setting
- Postdoctoral studies
- Government agencies