Master of Science (MSc) in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research: Fees & Entry Requirements at Dalhousie University, Canada

Master of Science (MSc) in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research
Dalhousie University

Canada

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About this course

What will I learn?

A degree in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research offers opportunities to investigate the distribution and causes of disease in individuals improve health care delivery and develop policies preventing diseases in populations. Our multidisciplinary approach to research offers learners from diverse academic backgrounds opportunities to gain knowledge skills and attitudes in research methodology biostatistics health policy and knowledge translation. These competencies provide our graduates with a variety of opportunities to pursue meaningful and rewarding careers across the health sector. The thesis-based Masters in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research program begins a year of classroom learning to introduce core and specialized materials in epidemiology and biostatistics principals. This is followed by a research-intensive thesis component in which learners prepare a thesis proposal to demonstrate application of their core competencies to real-world problems. The degree culminates with a thesis defense seminar where learners demonstrate their mastery of the subject.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Medicine

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$17,467.00 (10,59,312) per year
Full-time students (per term) - CAD 184.73

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Carleton Campus

Room 109 Forrest Bldg.,

5869 University Avenue,

Halifax,

Nova Scotia,

B3H 4R2, Atlantic Canada (East Coast), Canada

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$17,467.00 (10,59,312) per year
Full-time students (per term) - CAD 184.73

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Carleton Campus

Room 109 Forrest Bldg.,

5869 University Avenue,

Halifax,

Nova Scotia,

B3H 4R2, Atlantic Canada (East Coast), Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Enrolment in the program is limited. If your application is successful you'll be invited to an interview as part of the admission process. We prefer students whose background includes at least two of the followingWork experience in a field related to community healthA demonstrated academic or research recordTraining in a health profession.Student must haveFour-year Bachelors degreeDegree granted by university of recognized standingGPA requirement 3.3

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie combines meaningful teaching and innovative research to create a sense of social responsibility that inspires students to make a difference.

  • 12th in Canada (QS World University Rankings 2027)
  • Top 100 internationally (THE Impact Rankings 2026)
  • Over 300 degree programs and 4,000 courses to choose from
  • 16:1 student-faculty ratio, one of the lowest in Canada
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