Overview

The Health Sciences M.Sc. at Simon Fraser University is designed to prepare students for advanced careers across a broad range of public health sectors. This academic track emphasises a comprehensive understanding of health issues, spanning from cellular and organic systems to wider community and population perspectives. Students benefit from a curriculum that transcends strictly clinical viewpoints to address complex global health challenges.

Why Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University?

The Faculty of Health Sciences offers a unique environment where students receive guaranteed financial support through scholarships, teaching appointments, or research grants. The institution provides a minimum annual stipend for the first two years of study, ensuring researchers can focus on their academic contributions. Furthermore, high-achieving students within this master's track may have the opportunity to transfer directly into a doctoral programme, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering long-term research excellence.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 12644 per full
National fee: CAD 12644 per full

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Interdisciplinary Seminar in Health Sciences
Thesis Proposal
Thesis
Population and Public Health
Environmental and Occupational Health
Global Health and Health Systems
Mental Health, Addictions, and Wellness

Careers with Health Sciences

Graduates are equipped for diverse professional roles within the public health landscape. The programme's comprehensive training prepares individuals for positions in environmental and occupational health, health promotion, and disease prevention. Many alumni pursue careers in health policy, maternal and child health, or infectious disease management. The focus on research and analytical skills also makes graduates suitable for roles in global health organisations, government agencies, and academic research centres focusing on social inequities and health aging.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interdisciplinary Seminar in Health Sciences

A minimum of two electives approved by supervisor

Students must complete a thesis proposal and a thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

The Faculty of Health Sciences accepts "off-cycle" applications for admission to the MSc and PhD programs on a rolling basis throughout the calendar year.

Language

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Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burnaby, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a bachelor’s degree from SFU or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.33 scale, or 3.33 on a 4.33 scale (B+) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. All graduate work is also considered.

submitted evidence, usually references from qualified referees, of the applicant’s ability to undertake advanced studies in the area of interest.

proof of English Language proficiency.

In exceptional circumstances, a student may be admitted with lower formal qualifications when there is significant experience relevant to the proposed area of scholarship.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

6322 CAD / year

≈ 6322 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

6322 CAD / year

≈ 6322 CAD / year

Additional Details

$2107/term x 6 terms = $12644 minimum total tuition

Living costs

Burnaby

Canada

1600 - 2700 CAD / month

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Funding

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