• MSc in Surgery at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The department offers programs leading to the degrees of
    • Master of Science (MSc)
    • Master of Science with specialization in Surgical Education
    • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • MSc program students must complete a minimum of four graduate-level courses.
  • The student-faculty ratio for this program is 21:1.
  • The graduates work as postdoctoral research fellows in research laboratories around the world, engaging in cutting-edge research.
  • The major research areas of this program are:
    • Cardiac Surgery
    • Cartilage Repair and Spinal Disease
    • Diabetes and Islet Transplantation
    • Neurological Oncology
    • Organ Preservation and Transplantation
    • Urological Oncology
    • Virology and Wound Healing
  • University conducts the teaching, research, and patient care, in accordance with the highest international standards.
    The mission of this program is to restore health through surgical intervention, remembering patient dignity and comfort are integral to overall health.
  • The University of Alberta's Department of Medicine is a recognized leader in innovative education, world-class research, and outstanding patient care.
  • The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta has a large and robust graduate studies program.
  • Job opportunities after MSc in Surgery are Neonatal Surgeon, Vascular Surgeon, etc and the average salary goes up to 45,000 USD.