The objective of this concentration is to impart knowledge and to develop critical thinking, research specific skills and communication skills in the area of applied health research with a special focus on Health Policy research. Graduates are professional experts or consultants who can advise persons and agencies in other fields. The faculty members of the School come from a wide variety of academic backgrounds and interests. The School has an active research program, involving extensive collaborations with other groups. Active areas of research include: biostatistics, clinical research, epidemiology, global health research, health technology assessment, health policy research, and implementation science.
Study options
Full Time
(3 Years)
Tuition fees
CAD$19,808.62 (US$ 14,238)
per year
Start date
September 2027
Venue
University of Ottawa
75 Laurier Avenue East,
OTTAWA,
Ontario (ON),
K1N 6N5, Central Canada, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
Have one of the following: An honours bachelor of science degree with specialization with a minimum average of B+. An honours bachelor of science degree with a major in a discipline relevant to health research (e.g. epidemiology, health sciences, health policy, behavioral sciences, social sciences with a minimum average of B+. A four-year degree in a health profession (medicine, nursing, rehabilitation therapy etc.) with a minimum average of B+.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.