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Doctorate of Philosophy in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

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.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine  |  Duration: with thesis (16 full-time terms; 64 consecutive months)  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Entry requirements

Hold a Master’s degree in a health research-related discipline such as epidemiology, research methods, health services and policy research, clinical research or equivalent and 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 the equivalent of Master-level graduate training in epidemiology and biostatistics and/or qualitative methods and/or mixed methods analytical skills. Otherwise, they may need to complete some of these courses either prior to admission or in addition to the regular requirements of the degree. Interest and graduate-level training in clinical research, epidemiol

Graduate studies application fee is $125.00, paid on the OUAC website. PhD applicants need a master's degree or equivalent with an average of 75% (B+) over the last 10 courses.

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