Nova Scotia,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research in Halifax Canada | Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University
|
Halifax Canada
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
14,819
(c. USD10,632.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
A PhD in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research equips students with the essential skills to become autonomous researchers. The doctoral program starts with a year of independent study, followed by 12 credit hours of coursework, featuring a 6-credit core class titled "Epidemiology and Applied Health Research." Students will join seminars and collaborative discussions to strengthen their epidemiological expertise and applied research capabilities before taking their comprehensive exams. The curriculum includes career-building components such as practical fieldwork placements and specialized courses in Higher Education Teaching Methods. Each doctoral candidate must develop and defend a thesis proposal showcasing their ability to analyze existing literature, formulate focused research questions, and apply robust methodologies. The degree concludes with an oral defense presenting the candidate's original contribution to their field of study.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Successful applicants will have:
- A minimum A-average (equivalent to 3.7/4.3 at Dalhousie) in the most recent two years of graduate study
- A thesis-based master's degree in epidemiology or a related discipline and demonstrated research competency*
- A course in advanced epidemiology (equivalent to CH&E 6020) and one in biostatistical modelling (equivalent to CH&E 6019)
- Confirmation from a supervisor who is willing to support the student educationally and if the student does not obtain outside support financially
Applicants completing a master's program in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research at Dalhousie:
- In order to apply for the PhD program MSc theses must be submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies by its deadline for graduation in October in the anticipated year of PhD program admission.
English language requirement:
- Internet-based TOEFL (Academic iBT): 92
- MELAB: 85
- IELTS: 7
- CAEL: 70 with no band score lower than 60
- Dalhousie College of Continuing Education (CCE): A-
- Pearson English Test PTE Academic: overall score of 65 and nothing below 54
September 1 (for start in September of next year) is the deadline for completed applications from those who wish to apply for scholarships
December 1 (for start in September of next year) is the deadline for completed applications
Tuition
CAD
14,819