MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at UBC, Vancouver

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Overview

Offered at the PG level of study by the The University of British Columbia, MSc in Microbiology and Immunology is one of the top choices among international students around the globe. Students can do this course over a period of 18 to 24 months. Plus, candidates must meet the minimum score requirements for aptitude test and English proficiency exams such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE for admissions to the university for MSc in Microbiology and Immunology. Also, they must submit all the required documents. When it comes to the expenses of studying this program, the cost is divided into two parts, annual tuition cost and the cost of living. The annual The University of British Columbia tuition fee for MSc in Microbiology and Immunology is around CAD 10,082 (INR 694,751). Also, the cost of living sums up to be around CAD 15,405 (INR 1,061,559). Note that this amount does not include:

Housing
Transportation
Food
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Duration	1.5 - 2 years Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹6.76 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc in Microbiology and Immunology

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Fees
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Entry Requirements
Application Process
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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Fees

Students are required to pay the first-year tuition fee as per the The University of British Columbia MSc in Microbiology and Immunology fee structure. In addition to tuition costs students should budget for

housing
food
other utilities

These contribute to the total cost of living estimated at CAD 15,405 (INR 1,061,559). The overall cost may vary depending on additional charges imposed by The University of British Columbia. Students have to pay a total first-year tuition fee of CAD 10,082 (INR 694,751) for The University of British Columbia. Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the The University of British Columbia MSc in Microbiology and Immunology.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 6,76,124

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 10,33,097
Insurance	INR 63,575

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 67.06245 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 12ᵗʰ February 2026

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Curriculum

Candidates can download and check-out the The University of British Columbia Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology here by clicking on the green button below. The curriculum PDF contains multiple information such as subjects taught, electives available and other course content. It also covers semester-wise course structure breakup.

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Entry Requirements

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The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC).

Applicants must have a four-year Bachelor's Degree or a Master's degree with First Class/Division 1 (65%) or Very Good (8 on a 10-point scale)

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Forestry, or Medicine, Bachelor's degree are required
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The applicant’s overall standing in degree is 1st Class/Division, AND

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TOEFL

Marks - 100/120
With no less than 25 in each component

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IELTS

Marks - 7/9
With a minimum score in each category is 6.5

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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A minimum of two references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. Each graduate program determines the type of reference (e.g. academic, professional) and number of references they require which can range from 2 to 4. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your qualifications for the program.

Step two

Additional documents required

Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
English language proficiency scores
All applicants need firm commitment from a supervisor prior to applying.
Applicants are required to submit the Statement of Interest
A copy of Passport
Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission/online-application-fee

Step four

Application fees for this course

CAD 168 = INR 11.33 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

Students can pay their fees in three equal installments

Step five

Application deadline

Summer (May): 30th Nov

Summer (Sept): 1st Feb

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#27	Pharmacy and Pharmacology QS, 2026
#34	Life Sciences THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#37	Mathematics ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of British Columbia
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

31% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Liberal

Internships3.6

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.5

Public transportation4.8

Safety4.7

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.6

Anonymous

Master of Engineering in Chemical and Biological Engineering - Batch of 2027

3.8

Had a good time living here.

Tips: Studying here so far has been a good academic experience. You will be expected to do prep work and go through the presentations before classes and sincerity is a necessity here. Professors are helpful and my peers have mostly been friendly and happy to help out whenever needed. The city is both scenic and historic so it's fun to explore.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 850

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 100650

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Data Science - Batch of 2026

3.7

Fast paced and educational.

Tips: The Data Science programme is very fast paced and you will be expected to have a solid understanding of the foundation of this programme. There are resources to help you out and my classmates and professors were truly helpful but sign up while being aware of the expectations and challenges. Canadas PGWP allows multi-year work permits if you land a decent job. Learn to budget.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1425

Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 105275

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Applied Science in Manufacturing Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.2

UBC is good place to study if you do it properly.

Tips: The faculty is great but the first year of engineering decides what engineering stream you get to pick. You should focus on networking with professors and peers to make placement easier. At the same time, it’s a party school. A lot of events happen on and off campus that will keep you engaged.

Likes (Public transportation): Convenient and safe public transport. You can access the entire city using buses. Sky trains/ metros can be used to access other parts of the city. A public transport pass is issued as part of your tuition. There are cycles on campus that you can use to commute to and from classes.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The job market is in a very tough state. Very difficult to find a job as an engineer in the city. Many people had to move away from the city or to other provinces. The recent regulation changes have made it difficult to get a visa post graduation. Have to try harder than ever.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2825

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65150

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.6

Campus is great and everything is on-point to help international students feel at home.

Tips: It was a very smooth ride, as long as you're open to new experiences and new cultures. I got a scholarship after my first year, which helped with my second year tuition. I got this automatically for academic excellence based on my first year grades and my relationship with professors. I'm absolutely satisfied with my university and the country, but the course entirely depends on what you want. If you want something purely software, Computer Science is better. If you like a mix of hardware and software, computer engineering is great.

Likes (Safety): Campus is great and everything is on-point to help international students feel at home and things are very easy and accessible. Campus security is available 24/7 and helps with any needs. Also provisions of safe-walk where the AMS community would help in closer to campus vicinity for dropping people off late at night for safety concerns. The city is great, filled with cops to help protect you. But there are some areas like East Hastings which should be avoided due to the high homeless population and drug use.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Post study job opportunities entirely depend on the individual. Unlike India, there's no concept of college placements so it's all up to the students how they shape their skills and personality during their studies to find their required job. A lot of companies offer visas, but you come out of your degree with a 3 year PGWP (post graduate work permit) which every company is good with to start off. Packages are pretty good, in the teaching field you start off bare minimum at around 65,000 CAD per annum.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65150

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025

3.8

UBC is great but could be better.

Tips: UBC is not for everyone. It is a really expensive place and Vancouver in general is a pretty expensive city. Be mentally prepared to work hard be it your studies or your part time work. There's a lot of distractions here however you'll do really well if you just keep working and put your head down.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 3075

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 78000

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025Read more

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MSc in Microbiology and Immunology
at
UBC
Highlights

The Microbiology and Immunology programme involves immune cells, bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites
Students can investigate the ecology, evolution and environments of micro-organisms, the diseases they cause, the microbiome and its influence on the immune system and our health, immunity and disease
The MSc program is a research-based program comprised of course work, a teaching assistantship, and completion and defence of a thesis