In addition to the information on this page, please review the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Biostatistics Program page before you apply to the program. 

The program prepares MSc graduates for positions that require expertise in data management, study design, and statistical modelling. 

After completing the program, graduates will be able to: 

• Demonstrate proficiency in statistical theory 
• Apply statistical theory to problems in the medical, biological, and agricultural sciences
• Collaborate on research teams
• Address problems involved in the collection and management of data
• Participate actively in the drawing of conclusions from data analysis and in the presentation and writing of research reports and papers. 

MSc students enrolled in the collaborative Biostatistics Program must complete a minimum of 15 credit units of coursework (nine required credit units and six elective credit units); participate in a non-credit research ethics course and a non-credit seminar course; and complete a thesis. 

Required Courses 

• CHEP 800 - Epidemiology I 
• STAT 850 - Mathematical Statistics and Inference 
• PUBH 842 - Current Biostatistical Methods and Computer Applications 
• BIOS 990 - Seminar in Biostatistics
• GSR 960 - Introduction to Ethics and Integrity  

Elective Courses  

MSc students are required to complete a minimum of six credit units of elective courses. These courses will be determined in discussion with your supervisor and/or advisory committee. 

A four-year BSc or BA degree from a recognized university in one of the following disciplines: mathematics, statistics, applied statistics, biostatistics, quantitative psychology, or any other discipline with a strong background in mathematics or statistics 

A cumulative weighted average of at least 75% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units) 

Applicants must also have completed undergraduate courses in mathematical statistics and statistical inference, and must have maintained a minimum 75% average in the last 60 credit units of their previous program. Those holding a BSc in another discipline with at least an 80% grade point average may be admitted as probationary students. 

Proof of English language proficiency (link here) may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English 

Graduate students in a thesis program pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program.

For general tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website.

• Biostatistics Program Tuition and Funding

For further information on the Biostatistics program, please contact: 

 thesis.admissions@usask.ca  

In addition to the information on this page, please review the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics Program page before you apply to the program.  

This multidisciplinary program offers students the following three streams:

• Vaccinology & Immunotherapeutics: Societal Issues. The research in this area will involve the complex social, health care, legal and ethical issues associated with vaccination and other immunotherapeutics. Students in this program will receive a Ph.D.
• Vaccinology & Immunotherapeutics: Design & Production. The research in this area will focus on the design and production of vaccines and other immunotherapeutics. Students in the program will receive an M.Sc. or Ph.D.
• Vaccinology & Immunotherapeutics: Scientific Bases. The major focus of research in this area would be the science that underlies vaccines and other immunotherapeutics. Students in the program will receive an M.Sc. or Ph.D.

Students have access to a diverse group of faculty and world-class research centres. These facilities include the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), the Canadian Light Source (CLS), the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) and the International Vaccine Centre (InterVac). In addition, students can learn from the wealth of industry knowledge available at Innovation Place – one of the most successful university-related research parks in North America. 

MSc students enrolled in the Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics program must complete a minimum of 9 credit units of coursework; participate in a non-credit research ethics course and a non-credit seminar course; and complete a thesis. 

Required Courses 

• GPS 960 - Introduction to Ethics and Integrity 
• GPS 961 - Ethics and Integrity in Human Research, if research involves human subjects 
• GPS 962 - Ethics and Integrity in Animal Research, if research involves animal subjects 
• VACC 801 – A Multidisciplinary Approach to Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics 
• VACC 990.0 Seminars in Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics 

• VACC 994.0 Research 

Elective Courses  

MSc students are required to complete a minimum of six credit units of elective courses. These courses will be determined in discussion with your supervisor and/or advisory committee. 

MSc 

• A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study 
• A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units) 
• Proof of English language proficiency (link to language requirements)may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English 

Graduate students in a thesis program pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program. 

For general tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website.

• V&I Tuition and Funding

For further information on the Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics program, please contact: 

 thesis.admissions@usask.ca