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84 Master's degrees offered by the university

Kinesiology
Dalhousie University's Master of Science in Kinesiology programme focuses on theoretical and applied aspects of human performance and opens opportunities to work in research, sport science, rehabilitation, ergonomics, biomedical design, exercise physiology, or coaching.

Political Science
Dalhousie University’s Master of Arts in Political Science programme is a supportive and flexible course fostering close mentorship and renowned research institutes, which will unlock your political science potential. A master’s degree in political science opens doors for careers in academia, civil service, communication and public relations, law, the NGO sector, and journalism.

Pathology
Dalhousie University’s Department of Pathology offers a comprehensive two-year Master of Science programme in Pathology, ideal for students with Bachelor of Science degrees (BSc) who are looking to train for a career in medical research or future studies at the doctoral level. Pathologists are involved in the research and diagnosis of a broad range of diseases and disorders.

Resource and Environmental Management
Dalhousie University's Master of Resource and Environmental Management (MREM) programme is an advanced professional degree aimed at management and practical problem-solving. With a curriculum that combines coursework, an internship and a project report, you’ll build a well-rounded combination of knowledge and experience and benefit from a graduate employment rate of 96% within the first 6 months.

Information combined with Public Administration
A joint MI/MPA degree from Dalhousie University offers opportunities in public policy analysis, international development, government consulting, nonprofit management, and data-driven decision-making roles across various sectors.

Sociology
Dalhousie University’s Master of Arts in Sociology programme is interdisciplinary, comparative, and critically engaged. Our MA produces competitive candidates for careers in policy, law, the non-profit sector, and education.

Epidemiology and Applied Health Research
Dalhousie University's Master of Science in Epidemiology and Applied Health Research programme offers opportunities to investigate the distribution and causes of disease in individuals, improve health care delivery, and develop policies preventing diseases in populations.

Digital Innovation
Dalhousie University's Master of Digital Innovation programme gives you the opportunity to learn technical, business, and leadership skills to manage change and drive value in the digital economy. Graduates work in diverse fields such as technology, healthcare, and consulting.

Planning
Dalhousie University's Master of Planning programme contributes solutions to cities dealing with population growth, urbanization, and sustainability. Planners work in a range of public, private, and non-profit settings across the country.

Information combined with Resource and Environmental Management
Dalhousie University's Master of Information combined with Resource and Environmental Management programme offers you the opportunity to gain problem-solving tools and scientific understanding to solve resource and environmental issues. In this combined degree, you’ll select courses leading to degrees of Master of Information and Master of Resource and Environmental Management.

Social Anthropology
Dalhousie University’s Master of Arts in Social Anthropology programme offers you the opportunity to join a vibrant community of active scholars who are passionate about their research. Students consistently stand out as top candidates for PhD programmes both in Canada and internationally. Many have secured prestigious fellowships to further their doctoral studies.

Civil Engineering
Dalhousie University’s Master of Civil Engineering programme is primarily intended for those seeking to enhance their depth and breadth of engineering knowledge beyond the bachelor's level and who will subsequently be involved in day-to-day design activities.

Clinical Vision Science
Students in Dalhousie University’s Master of Clinical Vision Science programme develop outstanding skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ocular disorders, paving the way for work in the interdisciplinary model of eye care. The consistent 100% employability rate in the profession demonstrates you will enter the workforce with excellent job prospects.

Health Administration
Dalhousie University's Master of Health Administration programme prepares you for a career in healthcare management and administration. The only one of its kind in Atlantic Canada and one of only three in Canada, we are the only programme that accepts students from all disciplines—with or without health administration experience. 80% of graduates are employed within three months of graduation.

Mechanical Engineering
Dalhousie University's Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering programme will advance your career with hands-on and theoretical learning. Graduates work in sectors including automotive, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, robotics, HVAC, biomedical devices, nanotechnology.

Nursing
Dalhousie University's Master of Science in Nursing programme prepares you to be a leader in professional nursing and education. Nurses are in demand, and Dalhousie’s School of Nursing can help you find your place in the profession.

Civil Engineering
Dalhousie University’s graduate program in Civil Engineering is characterized by exceptional technical diversity, great breadth and depth of subject matter and a propensity for proactively addressing the practical needs of society.

Chemistry
Dalhousie University and its Department of Chemistry are internationally renowned for their world-class research and have been ranked as the best place in Canada for postdocs by The Scientist. Students in the Master of Science in Chemistry programme conduct research across a broad spectrum of chemistry fields, including analytical, environmental, inorganic, materials, and theoretical chemistry.

Fiction
Whether the story you want to tell is a thriller, mystery, science fiction, or fantasy, Dalhousie University's Master of Fine Arts in Fiction will help you bring your imagined world to life on the page. You’ll deepen your understanding of the art of fiction writing with lectures, seminars, workshops, and readings while working on personal projects alongside mentors.

Business
Dalhousie University's Master of Science in Business programme offers advanced opportunities to prepare for a PhD in business or enhance your career in industry by developing specialized academic research skills in management and business.