Epidemiology and Applied Health Research Dalhousie University

Overview

Dalhousie University 's Master of Science in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research programme offers opportunities to investigate the distribution and causes of disease in individuals, improve health care delivery, and develop policies preventing diseases in populations.

The thesis-based Master's in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research programme starts with a year of classroom learning, covering essential topics in epidemiology and biostatistics. After that, students focus on research, developing a thesis proposal that applies their knowledge to real-world problems. The programme ends with a thesis defense seminar, where students showcase their expertise in the field.

By the end of the programme students will be able to :

• think critically about concepts and principles related to measurement of health outcomes and epidemiology; 

• use comparative reasoning to evaluate health risks and benefits from treatment in the fields of epidemiology and applied health research;

• provide in-depth critique of methodological issues relating to health research;

• demonstrate successful interpersonal collaborative skills to succeed in health research and professional contexts;

• demonstrate effective communication skills (written and oral) for scientific and professional audiences;

• demonstrate responsible use of individual and societal values and ethical principles in personal, scientific and professional contexts.

Graduates of Epidemiology and Applied Health Research go on to have careers in a variety of health-related sectors: government, non-government organizations, not-for-profit, academia, hospitals, and the private sector.

Possible careers include:

• Epidemiology or health services researcher

• Healthcare professional

• Educator

• Consulting

Programme options

• Thesis: Complete a research-intensive thesis to demonstrate the application of core competencies to real-world problems.