Master of Global Surgical Care (MGSC)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 2.7 yearsDuration
- Online / distance delivery (UBC Vancouver-administered), CanadaLocation
- Global Surgical CareField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Online / distance delivery (UBC Vancouver-administered)Campus
- Master of Global Surgical Care (MGSC)Awards
- $15,600Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
This online two-year, 30 credit specialized program is designed to prepare surgical care professionals from many disciplines to address surgical challenges and contribute to finding solutions in low resource settings globally. Advancing Equitable Surgical Care Worldwide The Master in Global Surgical Care at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is designed for clinicians, researchers, and health leaders committed to improving access to safe, timely, and affordable surgical care around the world.
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Grounded in academic excellence and real-world impact, the program equips graduates with the knowledge, skills, and global perspective needed to address surgical inequities across diverse health systems. Students learn from an interdisciplinary faculty of leaders in global surgery, public health, health systems, and policy. UBC faculty bring deep experience from clinical practice, research, and partnerships across low-, middle-, and high-income settings. Their work shapes global evidence, influences policy, and advances sustainable solutions, ensuring learners are mentored by experts at the forefront of the field. A Global Network of Alumni Graduates of the program join a growing, diverse alumni network spanning continents and sectors. Alumni work as surgeons, anesthesiologists, researchers, policymakers, educators, and advocates, advancing global surgical care in ministries of health, academic institutions, NGOs, and international organizations. This vibrant community offers valuable professional connections, mentorship, and lifelong collaboration opportunities. A Truly Unique Program This program distinguishes itself by combining global surgery, health systems strengthening, equity, and implementation science within a single, integrated curriculum. Rather than focusing solely on clinical care, the program emphasizes systems-level thinking, preparing graduates to design, plan, evaluate, and lead scalable solutions that impro
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University & programme
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeCoursework + Practicum
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · GRE/GMAT: The GRE is not required. · Application fee: CAD 168.25 (international applicants); CAD 118.50 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 1000.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$15,600 CAD / year≈ $11,471 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsThis programme's own fee table lists no International Tuition Award, so the ITA - which UBC restricts to research-oriented master's and doctoral programmes at UBC Vancouver - does not apply here. Affiliated Fellowships (master's competition): roughly 50 fellowships a year, CAD 175 to CAD 16,000, open to current and prospective full-time UBC graduate students of any citizenship, awarded on academic excellence. UBC's full merit-based award database, filterable by citizenship and degree level, is at. Graduate Research, Teaching and Academic Assistantships are also available through the departmentView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
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- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Master of Global Surgical Care (MGSC) cost?
CAD 15,600 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
2.7 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · GRE/GMAT: The GRE is not required. · Application fee: CAD 168.25 (international applicants); CAD 118.50 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 1000.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
Is there a scholarship?
This programme's own fee table lists no International Tuition Award, so the ITA - which UBC restricts to research-oriented master's and doctoral programmes at UBC Vancouver - does not apply here. Affiliated Fellowships (master's competition): roughly 50 fellowships a year, CAD 175 to CAD 16,000, open to current and prospective full-time UBC graduate students of any citizenship, awarded on academic excellence. UBC's full merit-based award database, filterable by citizenship and degree level, is at. Graduate Research, Teaching and Academic Assistantships are also available through the department View scholarship page
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