Program Overview

Program Overview & Highlights

Program Description

The Master of Science in Translational Health Sciences is a one-year program that aims to bridge the gap between advances in laboratory medical research and health care in clinical practice. This multidisciplinary program combines clinical science, public health, and biomedical research to provide students with the expertise needed to be a leader in health care.

Program Details

• 3 Semesters (12 months)
• May Intake (No Fall or Winter Intake)
• Deadline: January 15th (Domestic students only)

Career Opportunities

• Doctor
• Health-Care Administrator
• Health and Safety Coordinator
• Genetic counsellor
• Lab technician
• Laboratory supervisor
• Medical director
• Medical researcher
• Medical writer

Faculty & Staff

Faculty

• Andrew Hubberstey, Biomedical Science Department Chair
• Martin Crozier, Assistant Professor, Translational Health Science, MSTHS Program Coordinator

Admission Requirements

High School Student from Canada

• Two letters of reference (academic reference(s) or referee(s) that can speak to the pursuit of your academic credential e.g. Co-op supervisor)
• Students are required to be available for in-person instruction and clinical placements
• Enrolment is limited

High School Student from Outside Canada and the United States (International)

• Two letters of reference (academic reference(s) or referee(s) that can speak to the pursuit of your academic credential e.g. Co-op supervisor)
• Students are required to be available for in-person instruction and clinical placements
• Enrolment is limited

Course Sequencing

Required Courses

• BIOM 8710: Cancer Cell Biology (new course, three credits)
• NURS-8830: Research Methods in Nursing (three credits)
• NURS-8820: Advanced Statistics (three credits)
• BIOM-8720: Fundamentals of Oncology (new course, three credits)
• BIOM-8700: Professional Development Seminar in Translational Health Sciences (new course, one credit)
• BIOM-8705: Experiential Learning Placement in Translational Health Sciences (new course, nine credits)

Elective Courses

• BIOL-8008: Special Topics in Biological Sciences (Tumour Immunology and Immunotherapy (three credits))
• BIOC-8684: Cell Death and Diseases (three credits)
• COMP-8580: Topics in Bioinformatics (three credits)

Notes on New Courses

• Professional Development Seminar: Students work in groups to develop creative solutions to challenges in translational health sciences. Students also create an individual reflective portfolio that track their progress in meeting the Program Learning Outcomes.
• Experiential Learning Placement: Students will work in groups on a translational health science research project with a research advisor (e.g., academic faculty or health care professional) and the Program Coordinator.