Thesis

The thesis required for completion of the Master of Science in Epidemiology program is the capstone experience of a student's time at Queen's. The thesis should be a scholarly work in which the student demonstrates scientific proficiency in a designated field of study using skills acquired throughout the program. Thesis supervision is provided by a Supervisor who is a member of the Department and has designated School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (SGSPA) and Departmental authority to supervise MSc candidates. Co-supervisors and advisors may be sought as needed. The Supervisor will be responsible for securing the approval of the Research Program Director with respect to co-supervision or advisors.

The Supervisor's role is to advise and direct the student with respect to methods, subject matter, scope, timing, etc. This involves consultation with the student on all aspects of the thesis, arranging meetings (a minimum of three per term), reading, commenting on drafts and approving the thesis outline, proposal, and thesis.

The School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (SGSPA) prepared a Graduate Supervision Handbook offering graduate students, faculty, and other departmental members the guidelines needed to foster productive working relationships between supervisors and graduate students.

Program Contacts

Affiliated Research Groups