What specializations can I choose in a one-year MS course in Canada?
One-year MS courses in Canada offer specializations such as finance, data science, public health, business analytics, management, digital media, marketing and accounting. Specializations vary by university, and not all are one year; computer science, for example, can take 2 years.
If you want a shorter master's in Canada, you can often choose from a wide mix of MS specializations, though not all are one-year. They cover business, technology, health and social sciences.
Specializations by Field
| Field | Specializations |
|---|---|
| Business and finance | Finance, accounting, marketing, management, international business management, business analytics |
| Technology and data | Data science, computer science (can take 2 years), digital media |
| Health and society | Public health, social development, gender and women's studies, international relations |
Things to Check Before You Choose
- Whether the specialization you want is offered as a one-year programme at your chosen university
- The curriculum and career outcomes of the programme
- The fee and intake dates
My Advice
Start with the career you want and work backwards to the specialization. Then confirm the one-year format with each university, since not every field is available in that duration everywhere.
Looking for a specific course in Canada?
We will find the universities that offer it, and whether you will get in.
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