Program Overview
The Public Health at Simon Fraser University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 13,082 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Burnaby, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Biostatistics for Public Health Practice I
- Principles of Epidemiology for Public Health
- Qualitative and Survey Research Methods
- Environmental and Occupational Health
- Practicum
- Master\x92s Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in relevant discipline to health sciences (i.e. in social or behavioural sciences, life sciences or quantitative sciences)
- Minimum CGPA 3.33 at time of program application
- To successfully prepare for entry into the Master of Public Health Program, students are recommended to have completed an undergraduate statistics course prior to entry into the Program. If applicants have not completed an undergraduate statistics course at the time of application, but are recommended for admission into the program, they will be encouraged to complete such a course or equivalent online module prior to starting the program. Two online modules that are recommended are:
- The Public Health Agency of Canada\xc2\x92s (PHAC) Skills Online course, STA1.
- The UDACITY course, Introduction to Statistics.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,082 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,082 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Simon Fraser 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 Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Simon Fraser 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months