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Overview
Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Western University - Canada introduces you to the study of the determinants and distribution of diseases and application of this knowledge to control health problems.
Graduates with Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Western University - Canada will:
- determine extent of disease in a community;
- identify patterns and trends in disease occurrence;
- identify causes of disease (etiology);
- determine the natural history and prognosis of disease;
- evaluate interventions that prevent and treat disease;
- evaluate methods of delivering health services;
- provide a foundation for public policy and regulatory decisions.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Biostatistics
- Multivariable Methods in Biostatistics
- Analytic Epidemiology
- Clinical Epidemiology
- Missing Data
- Multilevel Models
- Questionnaire Design and Survey Implementation
- Sampling Methods
- Health Economics
- Methods and Issues in Program and Policy Evaluation in Health and Human Services
- Health Services Research Methods
- Causal Modelling
- Population Health
- Grant Writing and Peer Review
- Randomized Trials: Design
- Randomized Trials: Analysis
- Systematic Reviews
- Meta-analysis
- Measurement in Epidemiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Duolingo English Test 115
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Statistics Health Sciences View 52 other Masters in Statistics in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Duolingo English Test 115
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2 letters of reference
- a statement of academic interest, which should be a maximum of two (2) pages (double spaced)
- an official copy of transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended
- a current C.V.
- 4-year honours degree (or equivalent)
- Contact information
- Statement of academic intent
- Professional background
- Referee information
- Proficiency in English Scores
- Application fee
- List of publications
Tuition Fee
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International
12656 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6328 CAD per semester during 24 months. -
National
4240 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2120 CAD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for London
1037 - 1625 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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