Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
University of British ColumbiaProgram Overview
The Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at University of British Columbia is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 2,496 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 1,421 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Human Histopathology
- Current Topics in Pathology Research
- Graduate Studies Seminar
- Experimental Design and Considerations for Data Collection, Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation
- Pulmonary Pathophysiology
- Introduction to the Pathogenesis of Human Disease
- Nutrition and Metabolic Aspects of Human Disease
- Molecular and Cell Biology of Cancer
- Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Possess a Bachelors or MD degree with high academic achievements in the necessary background course (e.g. Chemistry, Biology, Physiology, Mathematics etc)
- Achieve at least a B+ average in third and fourth year-level course work, or at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A- grade range (at UBC 80% or higher) in the field of intended graduate study.
- Have completed an intermediate course in Biochemistry.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 2,496 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 1,421 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 2,496 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 1,421 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
