Education

Something for everyone

Dalhousie University offers Atlantic Canada’s only microbiology and immunology programs leading to a BSc, MSc and PhD in Microbiology & Immunology. No matter where you are in your studies, there's a breadth of educational options, including:

Undergraduate Programs
    Bachelor of Science (Honours)
    Bachelor of Science (Major)
    Bachelor of Science with co-op
    Joint Honours (could be combined with Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Biology or another eligible subject)

Graduate Program
    Master of Science
    Doctorate

Postdoctoral Training
    Postdoctoral and technical training

A progressive experience

As a student of Dalhousie’s Microbiology & Immunology program, you’ll benefit from a career-boosting combination of world-class education and hands-on research. With our small class sizes, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to get to know your fellow students and your professors.

Our programs will prepare you to move on to more specific health care fields such as medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy. You may also consider pursuing a career in research, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, environmental monitoring, food safety or policy.