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Medical Science (MSc)

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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Medical Science (MSc) at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada is a master's degree in Medicine programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Medicine
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,608 / year
International tuition: CAD 34,900 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Science in Medical Science is offered by the Institute of Medical Science (IMS) across a wide range of basic sciences, clinical sciences and population health research, with students conducting research in one of six fields: Bioethics, Biomedical Science, Clinical Science, Health Professions Education, Population Health/Health Services, and Radiation Oncology. The program emphasizes hands-on research over coursework, and IMS participates in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Clinical Investigator Program. Students complete a minimum of 2.0 graduate full-course equivalents, mandatory training including a research-ethics certificate and a presentation at IMS Scientific Day, and a research thesis with an oral examination. The program can be taken full-time over six sessions, typically two years, or part-time over twelve sessions, with maximum completion times of three and six years respectively. Instruction is delivered in person.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 80.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold an appropriate BSc or MD degree from a recognized university, with academic credentials and background preparation appropriate to the field of study, and a minimum admission average of A- (80%) in the last two years of undergraduate study. Applicants must submit a letter of intent outlining their research interests and a curriculum vitae, and are encouraged to identify potential supervisors. Applicants whose primary language is not English and who graduated from a university where the language of instruction was not English must submit one of: TOEFL with a minimum overall score of 5.0/6.0 and at least 5.0/6.0 in writing and speaking; IELTS with a minimum overall score of 7.5 and at least 6.5 in each component; COPE with a minimum total of 86 (writing 32, reading 22, listening 22); or a Test of Oral Proficiency band of 7.

About University of Toronto

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
Programs: 507
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Medical Science (MSc) award?

University of Toronto awards a Master's Degree in the field of Medicine on completion of this programme.

How long does Medical Science (MSc) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Medical Science (MSc) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

Can Medical Science (MSc) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Toronto.

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