Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at McGill University, Montreal

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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Overview

McGill University offers Master of Science Genetic Counselling course at PG level. Offered for a duration of 18 to 24 months, it is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university. Indian students are required to submit scores of exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible to get selected for the course. Additionally, Indian students also have to provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process. The McGill University tuition fee for Master of Science Genetic Counselling is CAD 17,960 (INR 1,237,624) for first year. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage living expenses.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹12.01 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Master of Science Genetic Counselling

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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a Master of Science Genetic Counselling from McGill University must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in Canada such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by McGill University over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for Master of Science Genetic Counselling is around CAD 17,960 (INR 1,237,624). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the Master of Science Genetic Counselling from McGill University, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 12,01,365

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 66.89117 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 13ᵗʰ November 2025

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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3/4
Students must have following minimum requirement

4 year UG

3 year UG from institutions with a NAAC rating of A

2 year PG awarded beyond a 3 year UG from institutions with a NAAC rating below A

Students should hold an UG degree with minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4

Students should have minimum of 6 credits in Cellular and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry, 3 credits in Mathematics/Statistics and 3 credits in Genetics
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Rankings

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University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#35	Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering QS, 2026
#36	Life Sciences THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#76	Mathematics ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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McGill University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

50% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Easy going

Internships4.3

Part time work4

Post study jobs4.7

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.3

Value for money4.3

Public transportation4.7

Safety4.7

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration4

Anonymous

Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Batch of 2023

4.8

Friendly faculty and peers.

Tips: There is a cultural shift, but it's positive. Coming from India, the shift only added skills to my personality. I'm fully satisfied with McGill, my course and Canada. It's true that Canadians are nice people and Canada offers a safe, civil and great environment to immigrate to, minus the cold, but otherwise, it's a great country.

Likes (Post study jobs): Students who have studied here get rewarded with a reputation when they apply for jobs. I am not aware if companies sponsor visas, but there are other routes where you don't need sponsorship. All jobs are available based on your study programme, and the salary range is broad. In most cases, your job application gets shortlisted, and the rest is up to your skills to actually get an offer. It's easily doable, and be mindful that Canada is a bilingual country; if you speak French, that makes you a more lucrative candidate for both jobs and immigration.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The process is long but worth it. Because my LL.M. programme was a full-time 45-credit course, I got 3 years postgraduation work permit. During this time, I cleared my bar exams to practice law in Ontario, Canada. After one year of Canadian work experience, my CRS score was good enough to apply for Permanent Residence (PR). I got an invitation to apply for PR in my second year of work permit. Two years after holding a PR and living in Canada, you are typically good to apply for citizenship as per the current rules and regulations. Canada has been actively revising immigration rules, so anybody who is relying on my note, I would suggest please cross-verify the rules by visiting the IRCC website.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 80850

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026Read more

Jad bassam hijazi Verified Icon

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in International Management - Batch of 2024

3.9

It is for your dream come true university.

Tips: When I came to McGill University, things were a bit different. Montreal's mix of cultures was interesting. At first, it was a bit strange, but I liked learning about new traditions, foods and celebrations. Being part of McGill's diverse community has made my time here more colourful and exciting.

Likes (Public transportation): Getting around McGill University is pretty convenient with good public transportation. The system connects well with the rest of the city, making it easy to move around and affordable. The weather is generally nice but if you plan to work in the long run, having your own vehicle like a car, might come in handy.

Dislikes (Student Life): Life as a student at McGill University is a mix of studies and some chill time. The campus in Montreal is cool with open space to relax during break. I am not much into events because I am busy and there are not many specific student clubs. It's a laid-back vibe. But I have found my own routine.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1200

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 34750

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2023Read more

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Abhilasha Yadav Verified Icon

MBA - Batch of 2024

4.3

Good student life with the McGill's MBA.

Tips: It is a pretty intensive course and it requires long hours. French language is not necessary. But it’s fun to learn from professors and guest speakers. The fall semester is the hardest with maximum number of subjects in one semester and it is pretty fast paced as well.

Likes (Student Life): Safe environment for students. Clean and quiet places around the campus are there to sit and study. Study rooms for group study in library as well as in the department building are there. Special care is given for the physical and mental well being of students. A lot of fun events are organized on almost every weekend.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Less options for Indian cuisine are available, but a great place for people who are interested in trying different cuisines. Plenty of affordable eateries near the campus are available as well, although you can find good Indian restaurants outside downtown and they are pretty cheap as well.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1596

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 96782

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2022Read more

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Shreya singh

Graduate Certificate (Gr. Cert.) Public Relations Management - Batch of 2021

4.6

Life at Mcgill university , Canada

Tips: You have to give good numbers of hours to studies. And be punctual in assignments and quiz. Try to utilize the lectures as much as you can, because the professor are very helpful and understanding. They help not only to the cultural difference but also the academic changes.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 3575

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 72100

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2023Read more

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Master of Science Genetic Counselling
at
McGill University
Highlights

Master of Science Genetic Counselling is offered by Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences under McGill University, Canada.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1.5-2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.