The University of British Columbia - Faculty of Medicine

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Health Sciences

The University of British Columbia - Faculty of Medicine

Faculty:Faculty of Medicine
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Thesis Based:Yes
Cost per year:*
National: $5,302

Description:

The Master of Health Science (MHSc) degree is a degree designed to give the graduate strong clinical research methodology skills that can be applied to their academic and clinical interests. The program is adapted towards students who have an MD or equivalent (e.g., dentistry or veterinary medicine), and want to gain skills in applying epidemiological and statistical methods to evaluating and conducting clinical research. Students pursue course work in clinical research skills. These skills will include epidemiological design and analysis, systematic reviews, clinical trial design, data analysis and presentation. Qualitative as well as program and economic evaluation methodology courses are available. The underlying precepts for all courses are critical thinking skills. There will be an opportunity to explore health policy and population health concepts through a limited number of electives that are part of the program.

Prerequisites:

Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
All applicants must have an MD or equivalent (e.g., dentistry or veterinary medicine). In addition, applicants must have a degree that is academically equivalent to a UBC 4-year Bachelor’s degree or a designation of equivalent status approved by Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. The GPA is calculated based on all third and fourth-year level coursework and must be at least a B+ average based on the institution’s grading scale.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 13, 2022