Healthcare-related Master’s & Doctorate Degrees
Alberta
Name: MBA
Provider: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Description: Program covers business and economics basics, plus electives in first year. Students can specialize in areas such as international business, technology commercialization or public management. Program also offers an international exchange/study tour. Can be done on full-time or part-time basis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: 16 months full-time, four years part-time; must be completed within six years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: MBA Program Office
Phone: 780-492-3946 or 866-492-7676
Email: mba@ualberta.ca
Website: http://www.business.ualberta.ca/mba/
Name: MSc in Medical Genetics
Provider: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Description: Students exposed to current research through four forums: coursework; student-presented journal clubs and seminars on current topics; a seminar series of invited speakers; and research laboratory. Thesis requires a combination of course work and thesis research for a minimum total of 24 credits. Master's students can transfer into PhD program with approval of supervisory committee.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Must be completed within four years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Shari Barham
Administrative Coordinator
Phone: 780-492-0874
Email: shari.barham@ualberta.ca
Website: http://www.medicalgenetics.med.ualberta.ca/
Name: PhD in Medical Genetics
Provider: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Description: Students exposed to current research through four forums: coursework; student-presented journal clubs and seminars on current topics; a seminar series of invited speakers; and research laboratory. Doctoral program requires combination of course work and thesis research for a minimum total of 36 credits.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Must take candidacy exam within 36 months of start of program; must complete all requirements within six years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Shari Barham
Administrative Coordinator
Phone: 780-492-0874
Email: shari.barham@ualberta.ca
Website: http://www.medicalgenetics.med.ualberta.ca/grad/index.html
Name: MSc of Philosophy in Pharmacology
Provider: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Description: Program trains students in the methodology of scientific enquiry and research as applied to the discipline of pharmacology, with wide range of opportunities to investigate physiological, biochemical and molecular aspects; students expected to pursue original research. Can transfer to PhD at discretion of supervisory committee.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Minimum of 24 months, normally two to three years required
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Minimum stipend of $20,046
Contact: Dr. Susan M.J. Dunn
Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Dept. of Pharmacology
Phone: 780-492-3575
Email: gsec@pmcol.ualberta.ca
Website: http://www.pmcol.ualberta.ca/graduate/masterProgram.htm
Name: PhD of Philosophy in Pharmacology
Provider: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Description: Program trains students in the methodology of scientific enquiry and research as applied to the discipline of pharmacology, with wide range of opportunities to investigate physiological, biochemical and molecular aspects; students expected to pursue original research that establishes significant new knowledge.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Minimum of 30 months normally required
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Minimum stipend of $20,949
Contact: Dr. Susan M.J. Dunn
Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Dept. of Pharmacology
Phone: 780-492-3575
Email: gsec@pmcol.ualberta.ca
Website: http://www.pmcol.ualberta.ca/graduate/phdProgram.htm
British Columbia
Name: MSc. in Pharmacy
Provider: University of British Columbia, Vancouver
Description: Students conduct research in one of the following areas: drug discovery; drug delivery and transport; drug metabolism; pharmacokinetics and toxicology; pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenetics; drug actions and disease processees; neuropharmacology; pharmaceutical health outcomes and pharmacotherapeutics; pharmaceutical education. Students must successfully complete and disseminate information on research project/thesis in their chosen area, demonstrate good research, teaching and communication skills, among other requirements.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Two to three years full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $4,099, paid in three installments; minimum stipend of $19,000
Contact: : Helen M. Burt
Associate Dean, Research & Graduate Studies
Phone: 604-822-2440
Email: burt@interchange.ubc.ca
Website: http://www.pharmacy.ubc.ca/grad/index.html
Name: PhD in Pharmacy
Provider: University of British Columbia, Vancouver
Description: Students conduct research in one of the following areas: drug discovery; drug delivery and transport; drug metabolism; pharmacokinetics and toxicology; pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenetics; drug actions and disease processees; neuropharmacology; pharmaceutical health outcomes and pharmacotherapeutics; pharmaceutical education. Students must successfully complete and disseminate information on research project/thesis in their chosen area, demonstrate good research, teaching and communication skills, among other requirements.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Three to five years (full-time)
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $4,099, paid in three installments; minimum stipend of $19,000
Contact: Helen M. Burt
Associate Dean, Research & Graduate Studies
Phone: 604-822-2440
Email: burt@interchange.ubc.ca
Website: http://www.pharmacy.ubc.ca/grad/index.html
Name: MBA
Provider: Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia
Description: Comprised of core program, post-core specialization, internship/project and electives and career development. Pre-core program also available for students who lack adequate academic preparation for remainder of program. Option to study abroad at international partner universities. Can be done on full-time or part-time basis.
Venue/format: Campus plus offsite at internships
Length/start date: 15 months full-time or 28 months part-time, plus eight- to 12-week internship after completion of program
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $39,746 (plus pre-core if needed)
Contact: Keira Louis, MBA Programs Office
Phone: 604-822-8422 or 888-988-9895
Email: mba@sauder.ubc.ca
Website: http://www.sauder.ubc.ca
Name: MHA (Master of Health Administration)
Provider: Department of Health Care and Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, in collaboration with Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia, Vancouver
Description: Part-time program integrates skills and ideas unique to healthcare administration with advanced business and management concepts; 24 mandatory courses plus one major research project.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: 24 months part-time (Fridays and weekends)
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Barb Fraser
MHA Program Manager, Department of Health Care and Epidemiology
Phone: 604-822-2366
Email: barb.fraser@ubc.ca
Website: http://www.pharmacy.ubc.ca/grad/index.html
Name: MPH (Master of Public Health)
Provider: University of British Columbia, School of Population and Public Health, Vancouver
Description: Teaches skills in epidemiology, biostatistics, social, biological and environmental determinants of heath, population health, disease prevention, and health systems management. Our graduates will be capable of applying this knowledge to a diverse range of health issues in interdisciplinary environments. The program is aimed at students who have recently completed a Baccalaureate degree in related content areas such as health sciences (medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, nutrition sciences, pharmacy, midwifery, kinesiology), science (microbiology, biology, environmental sciences, statistics), arts (sociology, psychology, anthropology) applied sciences (engineering) or business. It is also aimed at professionals who have worked in public health, perhaps in a leadership role, and who wish to extend their knowledge in public health methods and applications.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Two-year practicum-based program will accept applications between December 1 and February 1 for entry in September. Beginning September 2009, the degree will also be offered as a two-year "distributed learning program" in which students will attend courses on campus for four consecutive days once per month and also supplement their learning through a complementary on-line program. See website for more information.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $5,00 per year; $10,000 for the two-year program
Contact: Erin Bedard
Associate Program Coordinator
Phone: 604-822-9207
Email: mph@spph.ubc.ca
Website: http://mph.spph.ubc.ca
Manitoba
Name: MSc in Pharmacy
Provider: University of Manitoba, Winnipeg
Description: Course work, plus thesis describing original research conducted by student
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Minimum of one calendar year, but usually takes two years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $4,177 per year
Contact: Janice Bailey
Faculty Manager
Phone: 204-474- 9306
Email: js_bailey@umanitoba.ca
Website: http://umanitoba.ca/pharmacy/programs/graduate_program.html
Name: PhD in Pharmacy
Provider: University of Manitoba, Winnipeg
Description: Before entering the PhD program, candidates usually complete the Masters program. However, Masters students can transfer to PhD program after one year if their performance is considered satisfactory.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Minimum of three years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $4,177 per year
Contact: Janice Bailey
Faculty Manager
Phone: 204-474- 9306
Email: js_bailey@umanitoba.ca
Website: http://umanitoba.ca/pharmacy/programs/graduate_program.html
Nova Scotia
Name: Interdisciplinary PhD - Health Sciences
Provider: Dalhousie University, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Halifax
Description: A flexible PhD program that can be completed part- or full-time. Students’ focus crosses at least two disciplines, one of which would be pharmacy for a pharmacist. A Master’s is required for entry. There are no core or required courses. Students design their plan of study with their supervisor.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Usually completed within four years; start date is flexible, but there are four application deadlines. (Contact school for more information.)
Tuition & stipend: Contact school
Contact: Neil MacKinnon
Associate Director for Research, College of Pharmacy
Phone: 902-494-6379
Email: neil.mackinnon@dal.ca
Website: http://healthprofessions.dal.ca/Prospective_Students/Interdisciplinary_Ph.php
Name: MBA
Provider: Dalhousie University, School of Business Administration, Halifax
Description: Offers internships, real-world business projects and international sojourns. Core program introduces business functions, demonstrates the value of an integrated organizational view and emphasizes importance of ethical and other values. Electives include marketing, finance, international business or information systems. Students with undergraduate business degree can take accelerated program.
Venue/format: Campus (electives may be taken at other facilities, upon approval)
Length/start date: 20 months full-time; 10 months for accelerated program. Must be completed within seven years.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Marianne Hagen
Program Manager
Phone: 902-494-1814, or 888-432-5622
Email: mba.admissions@dal.ca
Website: http://mba.management.dal.ca/index.html
Graduate Studies has suspended admission into the combined MBA/MHSA as of September 2008. There are currently no plans to offer this degree combination in future years.
Last updated October 2009Name: MHA (Masters in Health Administration)
Provider: Dalhousie University, School of Health Administration, Halifax
Description: Health Administration students will receive advanced training in healthcare accounting, healthcare finance and business planning, health economics, health policy, healthcare insurance, healthcare ethics, as well as in health law. Healthcare Administration students will receive graduate training in health managerial epidemiology, health resource management, health systems administration, and health leadership and personnel management. The Health Administration student will be introduced to the complex interplay of both provincial and federal jurisdiction pertaining to health care, including the dimensions of law, policy and funding.
Note: The following joint degrees are also available: MN/MHA and LLB/MHA. Please contact the school for more information.
Venue/format: Campus. The Master of Health Administration is also offered online. The online format is specifically designed for the mid- to senior-level professional with a minimum of five years in an administrative position. This program delivery format will permit professionals to remain in their administrative positions while pursuing graduate training, to the benefit of both the professional and the employer.
Length/start date: On-site delivery two years full-time or six years part-time/online delivery three years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): N/A
Contact: Shelley Weir
Administrative Assistant, School of Health Administration
Phone: 902-494-2201
Email: healthadmin@dal.ca
Website: http://schoolofhealthadministration.dal.ca
Name: MSc in Community Health and Epidemiology
Provider: Dalhousie University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Halifax
Description: Emphasizes analytical skills and formal evaluative methods with application to disease prevention, health promotion and assessment of community health service and system needs. Minimum requirement of five core courses, three elective courses and a Master's Thesis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Usually completed in two years full-time or four years part-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $8,855 for full-time and $2,838 for part-time for first year; $3,000 for full-time and $2,200 part-time for subsequent years
Contact: Kathleen MacPherson
Graduate Coordinator
Phone: 902-494-2343
Email: kathleen.macpherson@dal.ca
Website: http://che.medicine.dal.ca/ProspectiveStudents.htm
Name: MA Health Promotion
Provider: Dalhousie University, School of Health and Human Performance, Halifax
Description: Emphasizes social health issues and the conducting of research that may influence the health and well being of individuals and communities. Involves course work and thesis work.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: 18-24 months full-time; must be completed within four years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Tracy Powell
Administrative Secretary, Graduate Studies
Phone: 902-494-1154
Email: tracy.powell@dal.ca
Website: http://hahp.healthprofessions.dal.ca/Programs/gradhpro.htm
Name: MAHSR (Master in Applied Health Services Research)
Provider: Dalhousie University, Atlantic Regional Training Centre, School of Health Services Administration, Halifax
Description: This advanced degree accepts students from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, and prepares them with the necessary theories and skills to investigate complex health system issues facing us today and in the future.
Graduates from this interdisciplinary Masters program are expected to achieve the following learning objectives:
- independently undertake health services research;
- design, supervise and evaluate projects;
- critically evaluate health services research literature;
- employ innovative approaches in health services research through understanding diversity in decision-making environments and processes;
- communicate health research issues and results clearly and responsibly to decision-makers, academics, professionals, and to the general public; and
- integrate and synthesize health services research results across disciplines.
Venue/format: The multi-site program uses web-based courses; rotating theme-based workshops as forums for interchanges among decision-makers, students, and faculty; and a research residency placement where students apply theory and concepts within a decision-making organization.
Length/start date: Two years full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): N/A
Contact: Tarra Penney
Site Coordinator, School of Health Services Administration
Phone: 902-494-6716
Email: tpenney@dal.ca
Website: http://schoolofhealthadministration.dal.ca and http://www.art-hsr.ca
Name: DHSA (Diploma in Health Services Administration)
Provider: Dalhousie University, School of Health Services Administration, Halifax
Description: Program is designed to prepare students for a career in health care at the managerial level. It meets the needs of those currently employed in the healthcare sector in a managerial capacity, particularly middle managers in medium and large institutions, administrators in small facilities, and employees in community health, long-term care, primary care, multi-service centres and community health boards.
Venue/format: Distance: web-based
Length/start date: One year full-time or can be taken on a part-time basis
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): N/A
Contact: Tarra Penney
Program Coordinator, School of Health Services Administration
Phone: 902-494-6716
Email: tpenney@dal.ca
Website: http://schoolofhealthservicesadministration.dal.ca
Name: DESHM (Diploma in Emergency Health Services Management)
Provider: Dalhousie University, School of Health Services Administration, Halifax
Description: Educational program for mid-career managers working in Emergency Health Services systems in Canada
Venue/format: Distance: web-based
Length/start date: One year full-time or can be taken on a part-time basis
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): N/A
Contact: Tarra Penney
Program Coordinator, School of Health Services Administration
Phone: 902-494-6716
Email: tpenney@dal.ca
Website: http://www.dal.ca/sha
Ontario
Name: MBA
Provider: Carleton University, Sprott School of Business, Ottawa
Description: Provides students with the knowledge to compete, and the skills necessary to advance their management careers. The program requires the completion of 30 six-week quarter courses and offers concentrations in International Business, Financial Management, Change Management and Technology Management. The Sprott MBS for Professionals offers a part-time evening stream and a full-time day stream.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: 12-26 months, full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $12,000
Contact: Lianne Mazzulli, Promotions and Admissions Officer
Phone: 613-520-2807
Email: mba_info@sprott.carleton.ca
Website: http://www.sprott.carleton.ca/mba/
Name: MSC eHealth
Provider: McMaster University, Hamilton
Description: The objective of the program is to produce Masters level graduates with high quality training in the broad interdisciplinary area that spans eHealth. The program of study will lead to the degree M.Sc. in eHealth, and will emphasize industry relevant academic research and development. The degree may be earned either through a thesis option or course-project option. Part-time study is available only through the course-project option. The program is based on a partnership among the Faculties of Health Sciences, Engineering and Business. Three departments are major collaborators in the program: the Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department (Faculty of Health Sciences), Computer Science faculty members in the Computing and Software Department (Faculty of Engineering), and the Information Systems Area in the DeGroote School of Business.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Contact school
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact School
Contact: Iris Kehler
Program Administrator
Phone: 905-525-9140 Ext. 23950
Email: ehealth@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://mscehealth.mcmaster.ca/
Name: MSc in Health Research Methodology
Provider: McMaster University, Hamilton
Description: Advanced education n research methodology used to understand and improve the effectiveness of health care and its delivery, the health of the population and health professions’ education. Coursework includes research internship of at least 100 hours, plus participation in rounds and special events. Those doing MSc by course work must complete a minimum of seven half-courses, plus a scholarly paper. Potential fields of specialization include: clinical epidemiology; health services research; public and population health; and health technology assessment. Can transfer to PhD program on approval.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Generally takes 18-24 months full-time; must be completed in three years. If part-time, must be completed in five years.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact School
Contact: Kathryn J. Bennett
Dean, Health Research Methodology Program
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 26236
Email: askhsgp@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/ceb/education_hrm_program.htm
Name: PhD in Health Research Methodology
Provider: McMaster University, Hamilton
Description: Advanced skills for in-depth exploration of research methodology to prepare students for independent scholarly work in healthcare research for population health. Potential areas of specialization include: clinical epidemiology; biostatistics, health services research; population and public health; and health technology assessment. Student must pass comprehensive examination, successfully defend thesis and attend rounds and seminars.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Full-time students (with Master’s degree) may be able to complete within four years; must complete within six years. Part-time students (with Master’s degree) must complete within eight years.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact School
Contact: Kathryn J. Bennett
Assistant Dean, Health Research Methodology Program
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 22914
Email: kbennett@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/grad/hrm/phd_program.html
Name: MBA
Provider: McMaster University, DeGroote School of Business, Hamilton
Description: Integrates previous business experience with academic study; students should be adequately prepared in mathematics and statistics prior to enrolling. First half of program discusses business fundamentals; second half focuses on areas of specialization such as health services management, strategic marketing and supply chain management, and others. Can be done on full-time or part-time basis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Two years full-time, average of four years part-time; must be completed in eight years.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approximate: full-time $25,000; part-time $1,400 per course
Contact:
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 27024
Email: mbain@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/MBA/index.html
Name: MBA Program, Co-Op Program
Provider: McMaster University, DeGroote School of Business, Hamilton
Description: See description for regular MBA, McMaster University. Tailored for people who are early in their careers or want to make a career changed. Combines MBA education with developmental, career-oriented work experience. Alternates four academic terms with three paid work terms of four months (striving for varied positions in different organizations).
Venue/format: Campus plus offsite at work placements
Length/start date: Approx. 28 months
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $30,000
Contact:
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 27024
Email: mbain@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/MBA/index.html
Name: MSC in Biochemistry
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Biochemistry, Kingston
Description: Trains students to recognize and define significant problems, design and complete appropriate experiments to investigate and solve these problems, communicate results of studies, and be a useful member of the research community. Program includes courses, seminars, journal clubs and examinations. Students must complete a minimum of three half-credit courses, plus others as deemed necessary, as well as a thesis (including review/examination and defense of thesis). Students may switch to PhD without completing Master's thesis, on approval.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Usually completed in two years; must be completed within five years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Stipend of $21,700 annually (2008/2009). Teaching Assistantships are paid over and above the annual stipend amount.
Contact: Diane Sommerfeld
Graduate Program Assistant
Phone: 613-533-6436
Email: bchmgrad@queensu.ca
Website: http://meds.queensu.ca/biochem/index.php/graduate_studies
Name: PhD in Biochemistry
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Biochemistry, Kingston
Description: PhD candidates should normally have M.Sc. in Biochemistry; however, other candidates will be considered. Minimum of four half-credit courses (other requirements may be set); candidate must also present one or two seminars to department, pass comprehensive examination, and complete and defend doctoral thesis (containing original research).
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Usually completed in four to five years; must be completed within seven years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Stipend of $21,700 annually (2008/2009). Teaching Assistantships are paid over and above the annual stipend amount.
Contact: Diane Sommerfeld
Graduate Program Assistant
Phone: 613-533-6436
Email: bchmgrad@queensu.ca
Website: http://meds.queensu.ca/biochem/index.php/graduate_studies
Name: MBA
Provider: Queen’s University, School of Business, Kingston
Description: Four main components: the Personal Learning Pathway™ (personal coaching and development); team-based learning; integrated cross-functional thinking; and international exchange opportunities. Elective streams include consulting and project management, marketing, finance, and innovation and entrepreneurship.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Twelve months full-time, starting each May
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $62,500 (all inclusive: includes tuition, books and other instructional supplies)
Contact:
Phone: 613-533-2302 or 888-621-0060
Email: queensmba@business.queensu.ca
Website: http://business.queensu.ca/mba_programs/mba/index.php
Name: Executive MBA
Provider: Queen’s University, School of Business, Kingston
Description: Program is designed for working managers and entrepreneurs. Combines interactive class sessions, case studies and real-world practice, as well as three components of regular MBA: the Personal Learning Pathway™ (personal coaching and development); team-based learning; and integrated cross-functional thinking.
Venue/format: Cities across Canada
Length/start date: 15 months part-time (Friday and Saturday, every other week), starting in August
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $78,000 (all inclusive: includes tuition, books and other instructional supplies)
Contact:
Phone: 613-533-2302 or 888-621-0060
Email: execmba@business.queensu.ca
Website: http://business.queensu.ca/mba_programs/mba
Name: MSC in Microbiology & Immunology
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology, Kingston
Description: Advanced education and research expertise in molecular microbial pathogenesis, including bacterial/viral physiology, genomics, proteomics, cellular immunology, molecular virology, clinical microbiology and biotechnology. Students guided toward careers in research and teaching. Components include research project/thesis, four graduate level courses and participation in undergraduate training as a teaching assistant.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approx. 24 months full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Stipend ranges from $18,000 to $21,000 annually
Contact: Tammy Henry
Senior Clerk
Phone: 613-533-2450
Email: henryt@queensu.ca
Website: http://microimm.queensu.ca/graduate/prospective_p.htm
Name: MSC in Microbiology & Immunology
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology, Kingston
Description: Building upon the MSc in Microbiology & Immunology, components include a research project/thesis and participation in undergraduate training as a teaching assistant. PhD candidates are not required to take formal courses if they already have MSc; however, they may be asked to take specific courses as deemed necessary.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approx. 46 months full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $20,000 annually
Contact: Tammy Henry
Senior Clerk
Phone: 613-533-2450
Email: henryt@queensu.ca
Website: http://microimm.queensu.ca/graduate/prospective_p.htm
Name: MSC in Pharmacology & Toxicology
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Kingston
Description: Trains students to conduct independent research in pharmacology, toxicology and experimental therapeutics, and to teach pharmacology to students in sciences, health professions and graduate studies. Student must complete two full-credit courses, and complete and defend a research thesis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Twenty-four months on average
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Minimum stipend of $20,000
Contact: Michael A. Adams
Department Head, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology
Phone: 613-533-6516
Email: adams@queensu.ca
Website: http://meds.queensu.ca/medicine/pharm/msc.html
Name: PhD in Pharmacology & Toxicology
Provider: Queen’s University, Dept. of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Kingston
Description: Trains students to conduct independent research in pharmacology, toxicology and experimental therapeutics; and to teach pharmacology to students in sciences, health professions and graduate studies. Student must complete 2.5 full-credit courses, and complete and defend a research thesis, pass oral comprehensive examination, and write a review article.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Fourty-eight months on average.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Minimum stipend of $21,000
Contact: Michael A. Adams
Department Head, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology
Phone: 613-533-6516
Email: adams@queensu.ca
Website: http://meds.queensu.ca/medicine/pharm/msc.html
Name: MSC in Biochemistry
Provider: University of Toronto
Description: Course work plus seminar series, during which student must give seminar presentation, as well as research and oral examination on thesis and related aspects of biochemistry. May transfer to PhD program upon approval.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approx. 30 months
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $23,900 (2008-2009)
Contact: Carol Gordon
Graduate Program Assistant
Phone: 416-978-2702
Email: carol.gordon@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.biochemistry.utoronto.ca/graduate_studies/index.html
Name: PhD in Biochemistry
Provider: University of Toronto
Description: Candidates generally have a MSc in Biochemistry or related discipline. Course work, plus seminar series during which students give seminar presentations, as well as research and oral examination on thesis and related aspects of biochemistry. Must pass qualifying exam (scheduled within 21 months of entry into program).
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approx. five-and-a-half years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): $23,900 (2008-2009)
Contact: Carol Gordon
Graduate Program Assistant
Phone: 416-978-2702
Email: carol.gordon@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.biochemistry.utoronto.ca/graduate_studies/index.html
Name: MHSc, Health Administration
Provider: University of Toronto, Department of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
Description: Trains students as health services researchers to fill academic, research and planning positions in the public and private sectors. Must complete a minimum of six half-year courses plus thesis in one of five concentrations (health services organization and management, health policy, health services outcomes and evaluation, clinical epidemiology, eHealth innovation and information management, knowledge translation). May transfer to PhD program upon approval.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Two years full-time; must be completed within five years.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $6,628 per year.
Contact: Christina Lopez
Graduate Assistant
Phone: 416-978-1108
Email: christina.lopez@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.hpme.utoronto.ca/about/gradprograms/mhsc.htm
Name: PhD, Health Administration
Provider: University of Toronto, Department of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
Description: Trains students as health services researchers to fill academic, research and planning positions in the public and private sectors. Must complete a minimum of 10 half-year courses plus thesis in one of five concentrations (health services organization and management, health policy, health services outcomes and evaluation, clinical epidemiology, eHealth innovation and information management, knowledge translation).
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Must be completed in six years full-time or eight years part-time.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $6,628 per year.
Contact: Christina Lopez
Graduate Assistant
Phone: 416-978-1108
Email: christina.lopez@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.hpme.utoronto.ca/about/gradprograms/mhsc.htm
Name: MSc Clinical Epidemiology
Provider: University of Toronto, Department of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
Description: For healthcare providers who wish to conduct/collaborate in research. Thesis stream: minimum of 10 half-courses, research internship, and completion and defense of thesis. Non-thesis stream: minimum of six half-courses including a maximum of two research internships. May transfer to PhD program on approval in the first 24 months.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Thesis stream: 12 to 24 months full-time; non-thesis stream: 12 to 18 months full-time (not offered part-time)
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $7,155 per year
Contact: Amber Gertzbein
Clinical Epidemiology Graduate Assistant
Phone: 416-946-3486
Email: clinepi.grad@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.hpme.utoronto.ca/about/gradprograms/mscphd-ce.htm
Name: PhD Clinical Epidemiology
Provider: University of Toronto, Department of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
Description: For health professionals interested in a full-time clinical research career, i.e., a clinician scientist track. Must complete minimum of 10 half-year courses, give oral defense of a dissertation proposal, and complete and give oral defense of dissertation.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Must be completed within six years full-time or eight years flex-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $7,155 per year
Contact: Amber Gertzbein
Clinical Epidemiology Graduate Assistant
Phone: 416-946-3486
Email: clinepi.grab@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.hpme.utoronto.ca/about/gradprograms/mscphd-ce/apply.htm
Name: MBA (two-year)
Provider: University of Toronto, Rotman School
Description: Course work in marketing, strategic management, finance, accounting, operations management and organizational behaviour, as well as learning to think beyond the various business silos. First year: three to five core courses per semester (four semesters). Second year: 10 elective courses (in general stream or according to area of specialization).
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Twenty months full-time (plus three weeks in August of first year for pre-course work)
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $69,384
Contact:
Phone: 416-978-3499
Email: mba@rotman.utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/mba/
Name: MBA (three-year)
Provider: University of Toronto, Rotman School
Description: Identical to two-year program; students may continue to work full-time while studying.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Three years part-time, starting in May
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx. $69,384
Contact:
Phone: 416-978-3499
Email: mba@rotman.utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/mba/
Name: MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
Provider: University of Toronto, Lesley Dan Faculty of Pharmacy
Description: One full course, poster presentation, attendance at faculty seminars, and completion and oral defense of thesis. Can be combined with hospital residency, and can transfer to PhD program with approval.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Two years full-time; must be completed in five years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Tammy Chan
Graduate Administrator, Department of Pharmaceutical Services
Phone: 416-978-2179
Email: pharm.sci@utoronto.ca
Website: http://pharmacy.utoronto.ca/graduate/
Name: PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences
Provider: University of Toronto, Lesley Dan Faculty of Pharmacy
Description: Two full-course equivalents for students with M.Sc. degree or three full-course equivalents for students entering with BSc, one oral and poster presentation, presentation of full-length exit research seminar, attendance at faculty seminars, qualifying examination, and completion and oral defence of thesis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Full-time: Four years for those with master's degree; five years for those with bachelor's degree. Part-time: eight years for those with master's degree; nine years for those with bachelor's degree.
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Approx: $6,629 per year
Contact: Tammy Chan
Graduate Administrator, Department of Pharmaceutical Services
Phone: 416-978-2179
Email: pharm.sci@utoronto.ca
Website: http://pharmacy.utoronto.ca/graduate/
Quebec
Name: Maîtrise en pharmacie avec mémoire
Provider: Université Laval, Quebec City
Description: Trains students to recognize and define significant problems, design and complete appropriate experiments to investigate and solve these problems, communicate results of studies, and be a useful member of the research community.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: N/A
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): N/A
Contact: Faculté de pharmacie, Renseignements généraux
Phone: 418-656-3211
Email: pha@pha.ulaval.ca
Website: http://www.pha.ulaval.ca/sgc/pid/4599
Name: Maîtrise en pharmacie avec mémoire (concentration en pharmaco-épidémiologie)
Provider: Université Laval
Contact: Faculté de pharmacie, Renseignements généraux
Phone: 418-656-3211
Email: pha@pha.ulaval.ca
Website: http://www.pha.ulaval.ca/sgc/pid/6335
Name: MSc Sciences pharmaceutiques avec mémoire
Provider: Université de Montréal
Description: Objective is to initiate students into the world of research. 45 credits required (most in research work, remainder in theoretical courses). Includes research and defence of thesis.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: 12-30 months
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact School
Contact: Daniel Lamontagne
Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies
Phone: 514-343-6467
Email: scpharmaceut@umontreal.ca
Website: http://www.pharm.umontreal.ca/etudes_cycle23/sciences_pharma.html
Name: MSc en Sciences pharmaceutiques, option développement du médicament
Provider: Université de Montréal
Description: Objective is to give students a strong theoretical background in drug development, followed by an internship in a pharmaceutical industry or government agency for students without proper experience or a directed essay for students already employed. The student must first complete a DESS (diplôme d'études supérieures spécialisées) in drug development composed of a minimum of 30 credits in theoretical and applied courses. The best graduates from the DESS are then selected to complete a 15-credit internship or a directed essay to obtain a M.Sc.
Venue/format: Campus, plus offsite at internships
Length/start date: One to four years for the DESS, plus eight months (full-time) for internship or a minimum of one year part-time for the directed essay
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Robert-Georges Paradis
Program Director
Phone: 514-343-6111
Email: pharmdevmed@umontreal.ca
Website: http://www.pharm.umontreal.ca/etudes_cycle23/developpement_medicament.html
Saskatchewan
Name: MSc in Pharmacy
Provider: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon
Description: Program subject areas include disease management/therapeutics or the creation of new knowledge through discovery research—in areas that are highly relevant to improving health and quality of life—in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sciences, neurosciences, primary/ambulatory care and community studies. The program includes three courses, a research project and thesis and participation in our graduate seminar series. Opportunities are provided for engagement in undergraduate teaching and clinical skills development. Collaborative opportunities exist with Nutrition and other Health Sciences, Biomedical and Basic Sciences, as well as with health regions, agencies and industries. In addition, the College participates in interdisciplinary graduate programs in Public Health and Toxicology.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approximately two years full-time
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Dr. Jane Alcorn
Pharmacy Graduate Chair
Phone: 306-966-6365
Email: jane.alcorn@usask.ca
Website: http://www.usask.ca/pharmacy-nutrition/gradprograms/graduate_program_in_pharmacy.php
Name: PhD in Pharmacy
Provider: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon
Description: Program subject areas include disease management/ therapeutics or the creation of new knowledge through discovery research—in areas that are highly relevant to improving health and quality of life—in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sciences, neurosciences, primary/ambulatory care and community studies. The program includes two courses, a research project and dissertation, and participation in our graduate seminar series. Opportunities are provided for engagement in undergraduate teaching and clinical skills development. Collaborative opportunities exist with Nutrition and other Health Sciences, Biomedical and Basic Sciences, as well as with health regions, agencies and industries. In addition, the College participates in interdisciplinary graduate programs in Public Health and Toxicology.
Venue/format: Campus
Length/start date: Approximately four years
Tuition & stipend (if indicated): Contact school
Contact: Dr. Jane Alcorn
Pharmacy Graduate Chair
Phone: 306-966-6365
Email: jane.alcorn@usask.ca
Website: http://www.usask.ca/pharmacy-nutrition/gradprograms/
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