ABOUT GSAT
Genome Science + Technology Program
This multidisciplinary graduate program is focused on genomic research and advanced technology development offered through the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia. Graduate students receive a M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in the fields of genomics, technology development and a suite of related high-throughput and quantitative approaches to biology.
| Program Features | Research Areas |
| • M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs | • Systems biology |
| • Full graduate stipends available | • Genomics and proteomics |
| • First term rotation for top MSc applicants | • Chemical biology |
| • Access to leading edge technology | • Bioengineering |
| • Graduate courses in genome sciences | • Device and instrumentation development |
| • Entrance scholarships available to qualified students | • Computational biology |
Program Objectives
- Generate a culture of innovation and discovery by exposing trainees at all levels to important and timely scientific problems being addressed using emerging technologies.
- Enable researchers to effectively work at the nexus of biology, engineering, and physical sciences by providing a unified training program including joint seminars, cross-disciplinary rotations, and hands-on training in new technology and methodology.
- Provide enriching professional development programs to assist the transition of trainees into both the academic and industrial workforces.
- Foster close interactions, collaborations, and intellectual exchange with other laboratories nationally and internationally.
Our program has granted over 120 degrees since its inception. With nearly 100 affiliated faculty members, students can choose labs and research projects that align with their specific interests. Our faculty are enthusiastic about welcoming students from different backgrounds to hone their skills while completing research in their labs.