Program Overview
The Epidemiology at University of Ottawa 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
- Location: Ottawa, 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
- Professionalism and Professional Skills
- Epidemiology I- Introductory Epidemiology
- Biostatistics I
- Intervention Studies in Health Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 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 epidemiology (life science or behavioural science) 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+.
- International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
- Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.
- Possess competence in a defined list of statistical topics (a self-assessment tool and a non-credit self-study course will be available for those who need it, prior to the beginning of courses).
- Pay the $100 ($CDN non-refundable) application fee.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
