Why study this program?
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology provides a program leading to the degree of Master of Science (MSc) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.
For thesis based MSc and PhD degrees, research activities may be carried out in the General Program, or in one of three second-level specializations: Molecular Pathology, Analytical and Environmental Toxicology, and Biopreservation. Course and practicum-based MSc programs are also offered.
Inquiries should be directed to the Graduate Program Administrator of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.
This is a course-based program.
Students are required to complete a minimum 36 units in graded coursework, including a 6-unit clinical practicum and a 6-unit capstone research project.
Year 2 (18 units)
- LABMP 600 - Clinical Practicum I
- LABMP 601 - Clinical Practicum II
- LABMP 900 - Research Project
- Two 3-unit graduate level courses in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (LABMP) or related fields as approved by the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology graduate program.
Seminar Requirement
Students must attend specified seminars and make one or more oral presentations as specified by the Department.
Ethics Requirement
Course-based students in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology must meet the GPS Ethics and Academic Citizenship Training Requirement through the completion of INT D 710 (for both master’s and doctoral students) by the end of the first term of registration in their degree program.
Professional Development Requirement
Students in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology must satisfy the GPS Professional Development Requirement.
The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over $35 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for graduate students. Opportunities vary by faculty.
Please note: there are limited funding opportunities available to students pursuing part-time graduate studies or those completing a certificate program.
Please refer to the detailed program information or email lmpgrad@ualberta.ca.
General inquiriesPlease check out some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQS) to see if your question has been answered, or contact the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) during our office hours.
Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS)
Killam Centre for Advanced Studies
2-29 Triffo Hall
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E1