Queen's University

Overview

The MSc in Epidemiology at Queen's University equips students with essential skills in study design, biostatistics, and evidence-based public health research. Throughout the program, you will learn to analyze health data and apply epidemiologic methods to various topics, including chronic disease, mental health, infectious diseases, and health services.

• Degree: MSc (Master of Science) in Epidemiology
• Duration: Typically completed over 24 months
• Delivery: On-campus
• Language of instruction: English
• Application: Submit required documents through the university’s graduate application portal

What you'll study

The program encompasses a blend of core epidemiological methods and electives focused on specific health topics. Course offerings may differ by term and cohort.

• Public Health
• Applied Research Methods for Program Planning and Evaluation
• Health Economics
• Controlled Clinical Trials
• Cancer Control
• Clinical Epidemiology
• Advanced Methods in Biostatistics
• Infectious Diseases
• Global Health
• Chronic Disease Epidemiology
• Mental Health / Critical Inquiry
• Issues in Military and Veteran Health Research
• Environmental Public Health
• Health Services Research
• Public Health System in Canada

Capstone/thesis: The program may include a research component, such as a thesis or equivalent research requirement. Please verify the current requirements with Queen's University.

Entry requirements

Admission to the MSc in Epidemiology is competitive, and requirements may vary based on your academic background and country of study. It is advisable to check the details on Queen's University’s graduate admissions pages.

Academic background

• Degree: A four-year undergraduate degree is required.
• Minimum average: An overall minimum average of 75% is typically expected.

English language proficiency

• TOEFL iBT: minimum 88
• PTE Academic: minimum 65
• IELTS: minimum 7.0

If your prior degree was obtained from a non-English speaking institution, you may need to complete a TOEFL assessment.

GRE

• GRE General Test: Required for applicants holding degrees from non-Canadian universities.
• Minimum score: A score of 149 on the quantitative section is typically required.

Supporting documents

• Official transcripts
• Letters of recommendation
• Application fee

Career prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Epidemiology will find themselves well-prepared for a range of careers in public health, research, and health policy. Opportunities may exist in government agencies, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, and healthcare organizations, where they can contribute to improving population health and addressing public health challenges.