Message from the Associate Dean

Welcome to the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry – a community grounded in excellence, innovation, and impact. For over 130 years, Schulich has been at the forefront of advancing human health through world-class research and education.

Our graduate programs offer diverse and dynamic opportunities for students to explore their interests, deepen their expertise, and prepare for meaningful careers. Whether your path leads to a career in academia, biomedical industry, health care, or beyond, our programs are designed to support your growth and success.

You’ll learn in state-of-the-art facilities and receive mentorship from faculty who are leaders in their fields. Our research community is vibrant, collaborative, and well-resourced  to enable your success.

At Schulich, graduate education goes beyond the lab and classroom. We provide numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, and for professional and leader character development. These experiences will prepare you to innovate, to lead, and to make an impact in your chosen field.

Our goal is that your graduate journey will be transformative – that it will challenge and inspire you to grow as both a scholar and a global citizen. Please explore all that Graduate Studies at Schulich has to offer and I look forward to welcoming you as you take this important next step.

Warm regards,


Dr. Nica Borradaile
Associate Dean, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University