About

Welcome to the Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases! Since 1884, we have been passionately advancing research and training in infectious diseases. Here, you’ll find a vibrant community where foundational science meets hands-on clinical experience, all aimed at tackling the challenges of infectious diseases.

Our department blends strong basic science research with comprehensive graduate training, offering exceptional clinical microbiology and infectious disease care, along with valuable post-graduate training. You’ll explore core disciplines such as molecular pathogenesis, immunobiology, antimicrobial mechanisms, microbial resistance, and epidemiology.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases MSc program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Admission requirements for the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases MSc
- Degree requirements:
  You must have earned an honours or major in:
  - Science
  - Medicine
  - Dentistry
  - Veterinary medicine
    Additionally, you need at least 12 credit hours of microbiology coursework.
- Additional requirements:
  All applicants must also meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

English Program Requirements

Test name: IAEP(Intensive Academic English Program)
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall

Test name: IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System)
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall

Test name: Internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL-iBT®)(Test of English as a Foreign Language)University of Manitoba institutional code: 0973*Please note if you have taken multiple tests, we will not consider your “best score” for admission. Individual tests only will be considered and must achieve the minimum requirements in each category and in overall score.
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking

Test name: Pearson Test of English Academic
Minimum score required : 61 overall

Test name: Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180

Test name: Duolingo English Test
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories

Test name: IAEP(Intensive Academic English Program)
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall

Test name: IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System)
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall

Test name: Internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL-iBT®)(Test of English as a Foreign Language)University of Manitoba institutional code: 0973*Please note if you have taken multiple tests, we will not consider your “best score” for admission. Individual tests only will be considered and must achieve the minimum requirements in each category and in overall score.
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking

Test name: Pearson Test of English Academic
Minimum score required : 61 overall

Test name: Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180

Test name: Duolingo English Test
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories

Career

Innovative education

Get ready to immerse yourself in our supervised research programs, where you’ll gain firsthand experience and insights into the latest advancements in medical microbiology and infectious diseases. We believe in empowering you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in your career.

Learn more about our supervised research programs

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

5,010 / per term

Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (MSc)