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The Master of Science in Field Epidemiology equips veterinary graduates with the expertise needed to tackle animal disease outbreaks. This hands-on program emphasizes practical epidemiological training, covering essential areas like:
Disease outbreak investigations
Surveillance program assessments
Risk analysis
Data interpretation
Effective risk communication
Diagnostic test validation
Participants will work under faculty supervision, undertaking skill-specific projects while gaining real-world experience leading investigations. Students will collaborate with research institutions, industry partners, and communities.
As North America's only animal-focused field epidemiology program designed for veterinarians, this degree leverages the Western College of Veterinary Medicine's specialized resources, including its Disease Investigation Unit and Centre for Applied Epidemiology. Through partnerships across the University of Saskatchewan's Health Science colleges, students engage in interdisciplinary research that advances both veterinary and public health outcomes.