Program Overview
The Population and Public Health at University of British Columbia is a MSc 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 Population and Public Health 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 8,435 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,801 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Population and Public Health 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
- Statistics for Health Research
- Analytical Methods in Epidemiological Research
- Epidemiological Methods
- Research Seminar (Rounds and Research in Progress)
- MSc Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students admitted to the M.Sc. degree program must possess a bachelors degree (or recognized equivalent) in the health sciences or a related area.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 8,435 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,801 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 8,435 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,801 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia 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 University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
