| The Telfer Master of Science in Health Systems equips you with the knowledge and skills to conduct interdisciplinary health-systems research. At the same time, our program enables you to customize your research so that it meets your needs and focuses on your interests. With rigorous training and attractive options you get the best of both worlds. Choose the Telfer Master of Science in Health Systems. Successful research in health systems calls for the collaboration of researchers in management, social sciences, computer science and engineering, as well as in the health and clinical sciences. The integrative approach proposed by the M.Sc. in HS program is unique and innovative and it will contribute to the development of an integrated and patient-centric system for delivering health services to Canadians. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants must hold a four-year bachelor’s (honours) degree in management (B. Com.), health sciences, life sciences, medicine, nursing, computer science, economics, social sciences, engineering, mathematics or a related field with at least a 75% (B+) cumulative grade point average (CGPA) calculated in accordance with FGPS guidelines. The academic profile of applicants must contain a background in analysis including the equivalent of at least 6 credits of analysis courses. Analysis courses include undergraduate level courses in quantitative and qualitative research methods, micro and macroeconomics, calculus, probability and statistics, linear algebra, and information technology. These courses represent excellent preparatory material for the core courses of the MSc in HS program. Students lacking background in the quantitative analysis material may be required to complete prerequisite course work as a condition of admission. The specific requirements of the qualifying program will be determined by the admissions committee based on the academic and professional profile of the applicant.
Applicants to the program must have achieved at least a 50th percentile score on either the GMAT (General Management Admission Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examinations), or TAGE-MAGE (Test d'Aptitude aux Études en Gestion), and submit at least two letters of recommendation and a statement of research interest of between 800-1000 words. The research statement is a letter of intent stating the applicant’s motivation for studying in the MSc in HS program, their commitment to conducting research, their preferred areas of research interest as well as identifying a possible research supervisor. |
| Test Scores: | - Graduate Management Admission Test or Graduate Record Examination
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 7] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.