Community Health Science (MSc)
| PROGRAM INFORMATION |
| Faculty: |
Graduate Studies |
| Degree: |
Master
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| Field of Study: |
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counselling;
Community Psychology;
Family and Community Services;
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General;
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| Description: |
This interdisciplinary program provides opportunities for health professionals and others working in the health field to obtain interdisciplinary training in the Faculty of Health and Human Sciences and across the University.
The focus of the MSc in Community Health Science is on health issues in northern, remote, and First Nations communities. The program is intended to prepare health professionals and others to work within the changing health care system. It provides an opportunity for nurses, doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, nutritionists, health educators, health and social service administrators, and those interested in the health field to pursue a program that will enhance their skills in areas related to health policy, administration, education, and research.
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| Website: |
Community Health Science (MSc) at University of Northern British Columbia - Office of Graduate Programs |
| Thesis Based? |
Yes |
| Cost per year: |
| Provincial: |
$2,870 |
| National: |
$2,870 |
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| ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS |
| Prerequisites: |
An undergraduate course in statistics or biostatistics. In addition to courses taught in departments of Mathematics or Statistics, courses that are included in social sciences programs such as psychology or sociology, and in the curricula of undergraduate health professions, meet this requirement.
An undergraduate course in research methodology. Appropriate courses include those found in social science undergraduate programs, and in the curricula of undergraduate health professions.
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| Additional Admission Requirements: |
- Letter(s) of Reference
- Statement of Research Interests
3 letters of reference, 1 official transcript for all post secondary education, statement of academic interests required and teaching assistantship application form required.
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Program Last Updated: Sep 6, 2010
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