Program Overview
The Global Health (MPH) at University of Alberta is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Global Health (MPH) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Global Health (MPH) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- SPH 500 - Introduction to Health Policy and Management (*3)
- SPH 501 - Determinants of Health (*3)
- SPH 514 - Introduction to Environmental Health (*3)
- SPH 531 - Statistical Methods in Health Research (*3)
- SPH 597 - Fundamentals of Epidemiology for Public Health (*3)
- SPH 598 - Field Practicum (*6)
- SPH 599 - Capping Project (*3)
- SPH 631 - Health Program Evaluation (*3)
- SPH 640 - Introduction to Global Health (*3)
- SPH 641 - Global Health Project Development (*3)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Before you submit an online application, please note the minimum admission requirements for consideration into our programs. You must meet these requirements for your application to be considered:
- Previous degree - A baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta
- Grade Point Average (GPA) - A GPA of at least 3.0 on most 4-point scales, or B on most letter grading systems, based on your most recent two years or last 60 credits of full-time study (or equivalent) is required.
- Experience - Preference will be given to those applicants with experience in a public health related field. For more information, visit What is Public Health?
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
