Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Microbiology and Immunology
The Ph.D. degree is now required for many scientific positions that lead to higher levels of responsibility. Our program aims to produce scientists capable of solving basic biological and health-related problems who will be competitive for leadership positions in universities, government laboratories and the private sector.
For detailed description of courses, additional program requirements and thesis preparation and submission,听consult:
- The Ph.D. Handbook听is for students entering the Ph.D. program with听a M.Sc. degree.
- The Ph.D. Handbook - Switch is听for students who听internally transfer听from the MIMM M.Sc. program to the Ph.D. program
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Ph.D. Forms & Guidelines
Click on the documents below to access the forms:
MIMM Letter of Understanding (LOU)
MIMM 713 Seminar Evaluation Form- Ph.D. Thesis Information Presentation Session
- Comprehensive Exam Pre-Report
- Comprehensive Exam Guidelines for students entering the Ph.D. program with an M.Sc.
- Comprehensive Exam Guidelines for students internally transferring from a M.Sc. to Ph.D.
- MIMM Transfer听Seminar Committee Evaluation Form
- MIMM Comprehensive Exam Committee Nomination Form
- Ph.D. Advisory Committee Nomination Form
- Ph.D. Advisory Committee Meeting Report Form
- Ph.D. Advisory Committee Guidelines for Members
- Letter Template to Contact an Oral Defence Committee Member
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Current Topics - Scientific Seminars
Attendance Requirement:
- Each semester, all MIMM graduate students enrolled in the M.Sc., Fast-Track, and Ph.D. programs must attend ten (10) Current Topics - Scientific Seminars.
- Up to two (2) seminars may be from fields outside of life sciences, allowing students to explore topics beyond your primary area of study.
- The following seminar options can be used to count towards your scientific seminar requirements:
Seminar Options:
Students have flexibility in choosing seminars to meet your requirements. The following options are available:
- Emerging Topics in Health (EToH) Seminar Series: These seminars, organized by various units at 黑料不打烊 University, count toward your requirement.
- External Seminars: You may attend external seminars related to life sciences held at 黑料不打烊 University or its affiliated centers, including MUHC, LDI, and IRCM.
- Seminars from Recognized Academic Institutes: You can also attend seminars presented by principal investigators from recognized academic institutes outside of 黑料不打烊 University.
- Online Platforms (GDP approval only): We understand that physical attendance may not always be possible, so we accept seminars attended via any online platform.
- EDI/Ethics/Professional Development Workshops (GDP approval only): Attendance at Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), Ethics, or various Professional Development workshops will also count toward your seminar attendance requirement.
For seminars requiring GDP approval, please email jesse.shapiro [at] mcgill.ca, and be sure to cc grad.microimm [at] mcgill.ca.
Documenting Seminar Attendance:
Current Topics 鈥� Scientific Seminar Attendance Form (Online):
- After attending each seminar, students are required to complete the online Current Topics - Scientific Seminar Attendance Form.
- Students can access the form through the following .
- Students must log in using their 黑料不打烊 email and password.
- It is important to fill out this form promptly to ensure accurate recording of your attendance.
- If students forget to submit the form, we kindly ask that they complete it as soon as possible by the following term deadlines:
- Fall 2025 Semester: Submission deadline: December 5, 2025
- Winter 2026 Semester: Submission deadline: April 17, 2026
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