Field Epidemiology

University of Saskatchewan

Canada, Saskatoon

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University of Saskatchewan

Canada , Saskatoon

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 9,396 / year

Next Intake September-2023

Field Epidemiology

About

Program

The deadline to submit an email of intent is December 23 to begin studies in September of the following year.

Program	Expected Length	Project and/or thesis	Course based
M.Sc.	2 years

The Master of Science in Field Epidemiology will prepare veterinary graduates for careers responding to animal health disease outbreaks. This project-based program will focus on applied epidemiological skills such as:

Outbreak investigation
Evaluation of surveillance programs
Risk assessment
Statistical analysis
Risk communication
Diagnostic test use/evaluation

Students will be assigned a supervisor and will complete competency based projects that are specific to the above epidemiological skills. Students will have an opportunity to respond to take lead roles in such investigations and work with research centres, industry groups, and the public.

This degree is unique in North America among field epidemiology programs as it focuses on animal health diseases and is intended for those with a veterinary background. The Western College of Veterinary Medicine houses both a Disease Investigation Unit and a Centre for Applied Epidemiology. Both research groups, as well as the other Health Science colleges at the University of Saskatchewan provide a rich opportunity for interdisciplinary research and practical applications of academic scholarship to improve both human and animal health.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.), or equivalent, from a recognized college or university (https://www.aavmc.org/aavmc-members/full-member-listing or https://www.avma.org/education/ecfvg/directory-avma-listed-veterinary-colleges-world), contingent on acceptance by the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
A cumulative weighted average of 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (e.g. 60 credit units)
Eligibility for restricted, educational SVMA licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Saskatchewan.
Proof of English proficiency for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.

English Program Requirements

The language of instruction and examination at the University of Saskatchewan is English. In order for students to understand, communicate and be successful in programs at the university, an acceptable level of academic English is required. You may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 9,396

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