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Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSc)

  • Course LevelPostgraduate
  • Course Duration2 Years
  • IntakeFall: September 2025

Course Description

  • The Master’s (MSc) degree in Health Sciences provides advanced learning and hands-on, interdisciplinary research in health sciences in new, state-of-the-art facilities
  • Students develop a deep appreciation for, and understanding of, the complexities of health problems and solutions through a health-based, research thesis and core courses developed to explore interdisciplinary health topics and science communication
  • This program is designed to meet a growing need for interdisciplinary health research, and skills in knowledge translation and data analysis
  • The interdisciplinary nature of the program ensures research theses span health disciplines, are informed by expert faculty and external partners across health sectors and fields of research, and that knowledge is communicated to stakeholders across scientific and broader health communities
  • Carleton also offers a collaborative specialization in Data Science for MSc candidates ​

Start Dates and Fees

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Duration2 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 10438
Intake
Intake
Fall: September 2025
Summer: May 2025
Winter: January 2026
Other Costs
On-campus living :12455.00
Books and supplies :1400.00
Groceries :4000.00
Miscellaneous expenses :3000.00
Total :CAD 20855

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements
  • Applicants for the master's program will normally hold an Honours undergraduate degree or equivalent professional degree
  • Normally, an average of B+ or higher is required for admission
  • At least one university-level course in statistics is also required for admission


Additional Requirements
  • Official transcripts
  • Letter of interest
  • Statement of expertise
  • Letters of reference ​

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    With a minimum score of 6.0 in each section
  • TOEFL : 86.00
    With a minimum score of 22 in writing and speaking and 20 in reading and listening
  • PTE : 60.00
    An overall score of 60
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  • Course LevelPostgraduate
  • SpecializationHealth
  • Course Duration2 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 10438
  • Intake
    Fall: September 2025
    Summer: May 2025
    Winter: January 2026
  • Application FeesCAD 110
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
    TOEFL 86.00
    PTE 60.00
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