Program Overview
The Health Studies at Athabasca University is a MHS programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 Health Studies 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: CAD 1,625 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; CAD 1,425 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Studies 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
- Philosophical Foundations of Health Systems
- Facilitating Inquiry
- Developing Successful Project and Program Proposals
- Transforming Health Care through Informatics
- Leadership Roles inHealth
- Demystifying Policy Analysis and Development
- Health Systems andServices Evaluation
- Evidence-Based Practice in Health Care
- Community Development for Health Care Leaders
- Culture and Health: Critical Perspectives
- Coaching and Leading: The Human Side of Organizational Change
- Understanding Organizations: Theory, Analysis and Application
- Clinical Teaching and Learning
- Teaching in Health Disciplines
- Independent Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
By the application deadline, applicants for admission to the MHS program must possess a four-year health-related Canadian (or equivalent) baccalaureate degree program from an accredited/recognized university, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B) in the final 30 credits of graduate or undergraduate study. Admission will be considered for applicants who possess a four-year (or equivalent) non health-related credential, but have relevant work experience in the health care field.
English Language Requirements:
- Completion of high school in an English-speaking country.
- Canadian Academic English Language Assessment - score 60%.
- Michigan English Language Battery test - score 80
- Pearson Test of English - score 59
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 1,625 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; CAD 1,425 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 1,625 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; CAD 1,425 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Athabasca University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Athabasca University
Athabasca University
Athabasca, Canada
Athabasca University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-05-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months