Medical Biophysics
MSc & PhD
In addition to completing a thesis, students take 2.5 FCE*:
- MBP 1015Y (Biomedical Seminar, 1.0 FCE),
- MBP 1200H (Scientific Exposition and Ethics, 0.25 FCE)
- MBP 1201H (Biostatistics, 0.25 FCE)
- Biology-related course (0.25 FCE) and
- Elective courses (0.75 FCE).
Students successfully finish this program in 2 years.
In addition to conducting independent and original research that will form their
thesis, students complete 3.5 FCE:
- MBP 1015Y (Biomedical Seminar, 1.0 FCE);
- MBP 1200H (Scientific Exposition and Ethics, 0.25 FCE);**
- MBP 1201H (Biostatistics, 0.25 FCE)
- Biology-related course (0.25 FCE) and
- Elective courses (1.75 FCEs).
Typically, students successfully complete this program in 6 years.
Hui Guo, PhD
In the PhD program, I received extensive training in designing, conducting and communicating my research. These skills allowed me to pursue further training as a postdoctoral fellow at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry in Germany.
It was during my time as a PhD student that I developed an interest in research and I decided to pursue a career as an independent researcher. The skills and experiences I gained during my PhD will remain useful in my career down the road.
For new graduate students, the most important thing in graduate school is to find a lab with a supportive supervisor and lab mates. Whatever your eventual goal might be, a solid MSc or PhD can be a plus. Try to be patient and enjoy the process!