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Master of Science in Translational Health Sciences, MSc at University of Windsor

University of Windsor, Canada

Programme overview

The MSc in Translational Health Sciences is a one-year program bridging laboratory medical research and clinical practice by combining clinical science, public health and biomedical research. It includes more than 200 hours of experiential placement with researchers at Windsor Regional Hospital and suits students preparing for medical school.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Faculty of Science  |  Duration: Three semesters (12 months)  |  Intake: May intake only; application deadline February 1 (domestic students only)  |  Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Six required courses: Cancer Cell Biology, Research Methods in Nursing, Advanced Statistics, Fundamentals of Oncology, a Professional Development Seminar and the Experiential Learning Placement in Translational Health Sciences (about 216 hours across three terms), plus two electives such as Special Topics in Biological Sciences, Cell Death and Diseases or Topics in Bioinformatics.

Career pathways

Physician, health-care administrator, medical researcher, medical writer, genetic counsellor, lab technician, laboratory supervisor, health and safety coordinator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

four-year: Two letters of reference (academic reference(s) or referee(s) that can speak to the pursuit of your academic credential e.g. Co-op supervisor). Students are required to be available for in-person instruction and clinical placements. Enrolment is limited. | three-year: Two letters of reference (academic reference(s) or referee(s) that can speak to the pursuit of your academic credential e.g. Co-op supervisor). Students are required to be available for in-person instruction and clinical placements. Enrolment is limited.

Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are listed in each programme profile; the application fee is $125, payable by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Interac Online (Canadian banks only). International applicants should apply at least six months before the planned enrolment date.

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