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a) Master of Community Medicine (MCM), a course-based degree available only to physicians registered in the Community Medicine Residency Training Program.

b) Master of Disability and Community Studies (MDCS), a course-based degree examines the intersection between community, disability, chronic illness, and marginalizing conditions within a social justice framework. The goal is to generate research, leadership, capacity, innovation, and partnerships. The graduate program attracts professionals across disciplines and sectors. The MDCS is offered in an alternate delivery format (combined face-to-face and online) and has a differential tuition fee.

Students wishing to charter as Counseling Psychologists should apply to the Division of Applied Psychology.

a) MCM
• Currently enrolled in the Royal College Residency Training Program in Community Medicine at University of Calgary
• Hold an MD or equivalent degree
• Meet the admission requirements of the Department of Community Health Sciences
• Two letters of reference

b) MDCS
• Minimum admission grade point average of 3.20 on a four point scale over the last two full years or equivalent
• Three years of experience in a field of practice in community rehabilitation
• A written statement and professional profile of past education and work experience
• Two letters of reference

a) MCM - January 15 for September admission

b) MDCS - August 15 for January admission

In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Medicine requirements, the Department requires:

a) MCM - A minimum of twelve half-course equivalents, in combination with the Community Medicine Residency Program.

b) MDCS - A minimum of twelve half-course equivalents.

Course descriptions and detailed outlines of courses offered by the Department of Community Health Sciences are found on the departmental website at http://www.ucalgary.ca/communityhealthsciences/.

They are also listed at the end of this Community Health Sciences Calendar entry.

a) MCM - Expected completion time is within 6 years.
b) MDCS - Expected completion time is 3 years
See “Medicine Programs” for maximum completion times.

a) MCM - A Supervisor must be named as part of the admission process. The Supervisory Committee must be named prior to planning the MDCH 602: Practicum in Community Medicine, usually in the second term of the second year of the student's program.

b) MDCS - A faculty member is assigned as a supervisor prior to the final project; supervisory committee is not required.

a) MCM - A final comprehensive written and oral examination with respect to the course content, plus a practicum evaluation.

b) MDCS - A capstone project with a public presentation and paper will be required for completion of the degree. For further details, please see the department website.

a) MCM – A formal research proposal is not necessary, however a practicum proposal is required.

b) MDCS – Not applicable.