
Master of Public Health, Concentration in Global Health
Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- MPH = 4 terms MPH+ = 5 termsDuration
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- Public HealthField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- $33,075Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Master of Public Health (MPH) The MPH is a course-based program with an experiential learning component (Public Health Practicum) and a culminating experience (Applied Public Health Capstone Project) which demonstrates integration and synthesis of public health skills and knowledge. It is to be completed full-time over 4 terms.
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The MPH builds on SEPH’s existing strengths in global health, population health risk assessment, and empirical public health sciences. The content and structure of the program are also consistent with the Canadian Guidelines for MPH programs developed by the Network of Schools and Programs of Public and Population Health, the entity which represents the professional and academic public health community in Canada. Enhanced Policy Training We are partnered with the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs so that the MPH program can offer enhanced policy training to all enrolled students, and a policy stream. This program will create leaders in the practice of public health and in public health policy analysis. Program Goals The MPH program, Concentration in Global Health will prepare graduates for careers tackling issues of health equity, internationalization, program development and evaluation in national or international contexts. The MPH program will produce professionals who are competent, flexible, and ready to respond to diverse and changing population, disease, and political contexts in Canada and globally. In short it will prepare candidates for meaningful professional careers in the field of public health. The program has three goals: Prepare leaders for strong and professional public health practice and policy work in Canada and globally. For graduates planning a professional public health practice career, ensure a superior understanding of the policy perspective For graduates planning a public health policy career, ensure a superior understanding of the scientific evidence perspective. Master of Public Health (MPH+) Another feature of the uOttawa MPH is that students may elect to undertake intensive language training (12 units over 5 terms) throughout their MPH studies through the MPH+ option. This option will help MPH students improve their abilities in a second (or third) language and will help them pursue their public health career-related goals in the language of their choice. Through our collaboration with the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute and the De
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull-time
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Entry requirements
Minimum requirements: Honours Bachelor’s degree with specialization or major in a discipline relevant to public health (e.g., life science, health science, behavioural or social science) with a minimum average of B+ (75%), OR equivalent Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Recommendation letter(s): 2 Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. To be eligible, candidates must: Honours Bachelor’s degree with specialization or major in a discipline relevant to public health (e.g., life science, health science, behavioural or social science such as psychology, economics or law or arts such as English or journalism) with a minimum average of B+ (75%), OR equivalent Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin. Undergraduate-level bio-statistics course (such as MAT 2379) OR equivalent completed in the last 3 years or completion of the 1-week intensive Biostatistics Summer Institute offered by the School of Epidemiology and Public Health. Admission requirements for the Master of Public Health (MPH+), are the same as for the Master of Public Health (MPH). Language Requirements Applicants must be able to understand, write and f Published language requirement: TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Internet-based) · English: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0); TOEFL iBT 100 · English test waiver: TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Paper-based) TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Internet-based) Language proficiency test scores equivalencies for Medicine · Application fee: CAD 125.00
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$33,075 CAD / year≈ $24,320 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational students enrolled in a French-language master’s program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Graduate awards and financial support are listed under uOttawa Awards and financial support. Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall: December 1 (international applicants).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Master of Public Health, Concentration in Global Health cost?
CAD 33,075 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
MPH = 4 terms MPH+ = 5 terms, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum requirements: Honours Bachelor’s degree with specialization or major in a discipline relevant to public health (e.g., life science, health science, behavioural or social science) with a minimum average of B+ (75%), OR equivalent Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Recommendation letter(s): 2 Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. To be eligible, candidates must: Honours Bachelor’s degree with specialization or major in a discipline relevant to public health (e.g., life science, health science, behavioural or social science such as psychology, economics or law or arts such as English or journalism) with a minimum average of B+ (75%), OR equivalent Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin. Undergraduate-level bio-statistics course (such as MAT 2379) OR equivalent completed in the last 3 years or completion of the 1-week intensive Biostatistics Summer Institute offered by the School of Epidemiology and Public Health. Admission requirements for the Master of Public Health (MPH+), are the same as for the Master of Public Health (MPH). Language Requirements Applicants must be able to understand, write and f Published language requirement: TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Internet-based) · English: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0); TOEFL iBT 100 · English test waiver: TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Paper-based) TOEFL 100 / New TOEFL 5 / IELTS Overall 7.0 - Individual 7.0 (Internet-based) Language proficiency test scores equivalencies for Medicine · Application fee: CAD 125.00
Is there a scholarship?
International students enrolled in a French-language master’s program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Graduate awards and financial support are listed under uOttawa Awards and financial support. Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.
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