Program Overview
The Epidemiology at University of Alberta is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Epidemiology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 8,595 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,550 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Epidemiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Public Health Research
- Topics in Public Health: Epidemiology Module(s)
- Epidemiology Methods I
- Biostatistics I
- SPH 619 - Biostatistics II
- SPH 696 - Epidemiology Methods II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
Before you submit an online application, please note the minimum admission requirements for consideration into our programs. You must meet these requirements for your application to be considered:
- Previous degree - A baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta
- Grade Point Average (GPA) - A GPA of at least 3.0 on most 4-point scales, or B on most letter grading systems, based on your most recent two years or last 60 credits of full-time study (or equivalent) is required.
- Experience - Preference will be given to those applicants with experience in a public health related field. For more information, visit What is Public Health?
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 8,595 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,550 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 8,595 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,550 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alberta directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
