Overview

The Health - Science, Technology and Policy M.Sc. at Carleton University provides a unique interdisciplinary environment where students tackle modern health issues through science and technology. This programme is specifically designed to foster collaboration across various academic backgrounds, allowing students to work together on complex problems within the broad health sector. By focusing on problem-based learning, the curriculum ensures that graduates are prepared for professional careers with a robust understanding of health policy and innovation.

Why Health - Science, Technology and Policy at Carleton University?

Students benefit from a distinct cohort model that encourages the formation of professional relationships and networking with experts across multiple health disciplines. The university's location in Ottawa provides a significant capital advantage, offering unparalleled access to national agencies such as Health Canada, the Public Health Agency of Canada, and the Canadian Institute for Health Information. These connections facilitate high-level research and professional development within the heart of Canada’s health policy landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 24427 per year
National fee: CAD 10305 per year

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Syllabus

The programme offers three distinct pathways: a research pathway involving multi-stakeholder projects, a practicum pathway for hands-on experience, and an advanced completion option for experienced professionals. Modules may include:

Health Science, Technology and Policy
Interdisciplinary Health Research
Health Policy
Accessibility
Research Methods
Practicum
Research Project

Careers with Health - Science, Technology and Policy

Graduates are well-positioned for diverse roles within the public and private health sectors. The programme prepares students for employment in provincial or federal government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and community health institutions. Common career destinations include positions at the Canadian Medical Association, public health units, and various corporate health entities. The emphasis on interdisciplinary skills and policy analysis ensures that alumni can lead initiatives in health administration, social policy, and technological integration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

Statistical Software and its Application to Health Sciences Primer

Statistics for Health Sciences

Principles of Epidemiology

Policy: Policy Analysis

Policy: The Health Sector

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

5 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Health Administration Social Policy View 21 other Masters in Social Policy in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

B+ _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An honours bachelor’s degree or equivalent; a university-level statistics course; show evidence of commitment to a career in the broadly defined health sector.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

24427 CAD / year

≈ 24427 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10305 CAD / year

≈ 10305 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Tuition Fee: 6719 CAD per year

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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