Master of Applied Health Services Research - (Professional)

Academic Requirements

The Academic Requirements for the Master of Applied Health Services Research program at the University of Prince Edward Island are as follows:

• Minimum GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 or an average of 75% or higher in the last 20 courses is required.
• Degree Requirements: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree of four years or a Bachelor’s with honours, or an equivalent professional degree from an approved university.
• References: Two references are required as part of the application process.
• Statement of Interest: A statement of interest, including research interests, must be submitted.

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is important to note that:

• International applicants must complete their thesis research in-person at UPEI under a UPEI research supervisor for the thesis stream (MAHSR-T).
• The professional stream (MAHSR-P) is delivered 100% online and does not meet eligibility to apply for a Canadian study permit. Therefore, international students cannot travel to Canada to take this program.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

The application deadline for both the thesis and professional streams is January 31 of the year in which admission is sought. Late applications will only be reviewed if seats are still available after all those meeting the deadline have been considered.

For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements for Graduate Programs

At the University of Prince Edward Island, demonstrating proficiency in the English language is a crucial requirement for all academically admissible applicants, regardless of their country of origin or citizenship status. This proficiency must be established before commencing studies at UPEI. Applicants can demonstrate their English language proficiency through one of the following methods:

1. Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by UPEI, where the language of instruction is English. Proof that the instruction for the degree was in English may be required and will be confirmed by the UPEI Registrar’s Office.

2. A satisfactory score on one of the following approved English language examinations:

• IELTS (Academic)
  • 7 in writing and no band lower than 6.5
  • For Nursing, Education, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Applied Health: 7 in writing and speaking; 6.5 in reading and listening
• TOEFL Paper-based test
  • 600 TWE 6
  • For Nursing, Education, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Applied Health: 600 with minimum TWE 6
• TOEFL Internet-based test
  • 100 with a minimum of 25 in speaking and writing; 22 in reading and listening
  • For Nursing, Education, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Applied Health: 100 with no band lower than 25
• CAEL (including CAEL Online)
  • 70
• PTE
  • 66
• Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
  • 185 in writing and no skill lower than 176
  • For Nursing, Education, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Applied Health: 185 in writing and speaking; 176 in reading and listening
• GTECCBT
  • >1250
• CELBAN for Nursing only
  • Listening 7.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 7; Speaking 7

Applicants who meet the English language proficiency requirement may be offered a conditional admission offer, which requires them to provide updated English language test results satisfying the minimum unconditional English language proficiency requirements before being permitted to enroll in graduate-level courses or participate in graduate program activities.

Prospective students with a conditional offer of admission for English language proficiency conditions must submit their updated test results by the following deadlines:

• Admitted to a Summer Semester Start – April 1
• Admitted to a Fall Semester Start – August 1
• Admitted to a Winter Semester Start – December 1

It is important to note that any exam should have been written within the last two years. If not written in the last two years, students should make arrangements to take the test at least three months before the semester opening date.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.