Doctorate in Philosophy Epidemiology

Summary

• Degree offered: Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD)
• Registration status option: Full-time
• Language of instruction: English
• Program option (expected duration of the program):
  • with thesis (16 full-time terms; 64 consecutive months)
• Academic units: Faculty of Medicine, School of Epidemiology and Public Health.

Program Description

The purpose of the programs is to provide a scholarly environment for the health sciences community that will stimulate and enhance learning and expand knowledge by conducting research. Graduates are professional experts or consultants who can advise persons and agencies in other fields.

Main Areas of Research

The faculty members of the School come from a wide variety of academic backgrounds and interests. The School has an active research program, involving extensive collaborations with other groups. Active areas of research include:

• Etiological Epidemiology
• Social Epidemiology
• Clinical Epidemiology & Health Services Research

Other Programs Offered Within the Same Discipline or in a Related Area

• Graduate Diploma in Population Health Risk Assessment and Management
• Master of Science Epidemiology (MSc)
• Master of Science Epidemiology Specialization in Biostatistics (MSc)

Fees and Funding

• Program fees:

The estimated amount for university fees associated with this program are available under the section Finance your studies.

International students enrolled in a French-language program of study may be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption.

• To learn about possibilities for financing your graduate studies, consult the Awards and financial support section.

Notes

• Programs are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.
• In accordance with the University of Ottawa regulation, students have the right to complete their assignments, examinations, research papers, and theses in French or in English.

Program Contact Information

For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage.

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Hold a master’s degree with thesis in epidemiology or a closely related discipline such as biostatistics or population-based genetics with a minimum average of B+.

Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.

• Have mastered the equivalent of the content of the following courses either during their previous studies or through work experience: EPI 5240; EPI 5242; EPI 5340; EPI 5341; EPI 6178; (2 among EPI 5344; EPI 5345; EPI 5346). Otherwise, they may need to complete some of these courses either prior to admission or in addition to the regular requirements of the degree.

• Demonstrate strong research performance.
• Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis. We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.

Language Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of proficiency (understand, speak and write) in either English or French and of at least a passive knowledge (listening, reading) in English so as to be able to take courses and read the scientific literature in English.

Applicants whose first language is neither French nor English must provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

Note: Candidates are responsible for any fees associated with the language tests.

Notes

• The admission requirements listed above are minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission to the program.
• Admissions are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.

Fast-Track from Master’s to PhD

Students enrolled in the master’s program in Epidemiology at the University of Ottawa may be eligible to fast-track directly into the doctoral program without writing a master’s thesis, provided the following conditions are met:

• Completion of all master’s course work.
• Satisfactory progress in the research program.
• Submission of a well-developed research plan that must include, at a minimum, a thesis proposal and background literature review that has been approved by the departmental Graduate Education Committee.
• Proof of substantial experience in empirical data collection and analysis.
• Written recommendation by the thesis supervisor and the advisory committee.
• Approval by the graduate studies committee.

Note: The transfer must take place within sixteen months of initial enrollment in the master’s. Following the transfer, all of the requirements of the doctoral program must be met.

• Apply online through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC), by completing form 105.
• Declare all your current and previous postsecondary studies, completed or not, even if they are not related to your application. Failure to do so may lead to the cancellation of your application or the withdrawal of your offer of admission at any time.
• Enter your email address, making sure it is accurate. We will use this address to communicate with you for all matters. Also, check your inbox (and junk mail folder) regularly for messages from the University of Ottawa.
• Pay the application fees for all your admission applications. Applications are forwarded to the University of Ottawa only after fees are paid in full and the payment has cleared. Learn more about application fees.
• Note that OUAC is not part of the University of Ottawa. It handles applications to all Ontario universities and is responsible for transferring your application to our admission office.