Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- 12 termsDuration
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- HealthField of study
- bilingualLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD)Awards
- $17,478Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The population health doctoral program is offered through a collaboration of five faculties: the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Social Sciences, the Telfer School of Management, and the Faculty of Law (Common Law Section). The program is administratively hosted by the Faculty of Health Sciences.
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This program is modeled on a framework that encompasses population health issues; determinants and causes of health illness inequities; and population health interventions, including programs, policies and resource distribution systems. This program draws on a wide range of disciplines, both basic and applied. It brings together the insights of social, biological, clinical, organizational, and political sciences, among others. It also draws on and combines the strengths of quantitative and qualitative methods. The transdisciplinary approach of the program recognizes the inherent complexity of many population health problems and the need to tackle these issues through both health and other sectors. The program is designed to meet the needs of a wide variety of candidates, such as health professionals and health administrators; demographers, epidemiologists and biostatisticians; social, behavioural and legal scholars; environmental scientists; and biologists with an interest in human population health. Students are encouraged to apply the science of their individual background disciplines to issues of population health. They acquire a broad knowledge of population health through courses and the comprehensive examination, and pursue in-depth study in an area of specialization within the population health framework. Students undertake their research in a range of settings (from local to global).
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements: Master's degree (B+ average according to the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies calculation). This program is bilingual in French and English: students may be required to attend courses in both languages. Therefore, applicants must have an excellent command of the first language (usually demonstrated by at least two years of post-secondary education in French or English) and, at a minimum, a passive comprehension of the second language (potentially demonstrated by a language proficiency test). ; The program reserves the right to further assess one or both languages. For applicants who have not studied in either English or French, proof of proficiency must be provided for both languages. Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Recommendation letter(s): 2 Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Resumé 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: Have a master's degree, with a minimum average of 75% (B+) or equivalent, in a field related to population health (for example, epidemiology, human kinetics, interdisciplinary health sciences, audiology, physiotherapy, nursing, medicine, social work, law, environmental studies, sociology, psychology, criminology, and biology). Notes: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin. An applicant whose master's degree did not include a thesis must demonstrate the ability to undertake an independent research project. Be knowledgeable in several of the following key areas: health sciences; social and behavioural sciences; advanced research methods; graduate-level statistics; and epidemiology. Those who lack knowledge in three or more of these key areas must successfully complete prer Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 84/New TOEFL 4, 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5, 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based) · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 84 · English test waiver: French Program: DALF C1, C2/ TCF B2 (note globale)/TEF B2 (Note globale) (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 84/New TOEFL 4, 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5, 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based) · 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$17,478 CAD / year≈ $12,851 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational Doctoral Scholarship valued at CAD 45,000 over five years for international PhD students (conditions changed for students who began a PhD in May 2023 or later). 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: February 1 (international applicants).
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Doctorate in Philosophy Population Health cost?
CAD 17,478 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
12 terms, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum requirements: Master's degree (B+ average according to the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies calculation). This program is bilingual in French and English: students may be required to attend courses in both languages. Therefore, applicants must have an excellent command of the first language (usually demonstrated by at least two years of post-secondary education in French or English) and, at a minimum, a passive comprehension of the second language (potentially demonstrated by a language proficiency test). ; The program reserves the right to further assess one or both languages. For applicants who have not studied in either English or French, proof of proficiency must be provided for both languages. Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Recommendation letter(s): 2 Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Resumé 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: Have a master's degree, with a minimum average of 75% (B+) or equivalent, in a field related to population health (for example, epidemiology, human kinetics, interdisciplinary health sciences, audiology, physiotherapy, nursing, medicine, social work, law, environmental studies, sociology, psychology, criminology, and biology). Notes: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin. An applicant whose master's degree did not include a thesis must demonstrate the ability to undertake an independent research project. Be knowledgeable in several of the following key areas: health sciences; social and behavioural sciences; advanced research methods; graduate-level statistics; and epidemiology. Those who lack knowledge in three or more of these key areas must successfully complete prer Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 84/New TOEFL 4, 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5, 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based) · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 84 · English test waiver: French Program: DALF C1, C2/ TCF B2 (note globale)/TEF B2 (Note globale) (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 84/New TOEFL 4, 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5, 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based) · Application fee: CAD 125.00
Is there a scholarship?
International Doctoral Scholarship valued at CAD 45,000 over five years for international PhD students (conditions changed for students who began a PhD in May 2023 or later). Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.
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