Master in Biostatistics

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Feb 1, 2027, while tuition fees are 15,096 CAD per year.

The Master in Biostatistics at Queen's University at Kingston is a Master's degree program for students who want to work in health research teams. It takes one year to complete and helps students learn about study designs, statistical theory, and data analysis.

The program's curriculum includes eight courses and a supervised practicum project in biostatistics. Students take core courses like EPID 801 and STAT 853, and electives to gain practical experience. They also complete a Human Research Ethics online tutorial to learn about research involving human subjects.

Graduates of this program can work as biostatistical data analysts, statistical consultants, or research coordinators in hospitals, universities, or pharmaceutical companies. They can also work as health data analysts, clinical trial coordinators, or epidemiologists in government agencies or private research firms.

Queen's University at Kingston is one of Canada's oldest and most respected universities, situated on a compact and historic campus in Ontario. Founded in 1841, Queen's offers a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, sciences, engineering, business and health sciences. The university is recognized for rigorous academics, strong research output and a vibrant campus culture that blends long standing traditions with contemporary scholarship.

Students benefit from close faculty mentorship, abundant research opportunities and experiential learning through internships, co op placements and community engaged projects. Queen's strong partnerships with industry, government and health institutions create practical pathways into professional careers and applied research. Campus life is lively, with student societies, varsity athletics and cultural events that help build leadership skills and long lasting networks across a diverse student body.

International students receive tailored support for transition, immigration guidance and career services, alongside wellbeing resources and academic advising. Graduates of Queen's are well regarded by employers worldwide and the university's emphasis on critical thinking and applied learning prepares students for further study, research careers and roles in public and private sectors. Kingston offers a welcoming and accessible environment for study in Canada.