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Public Health

McMaster University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #101
Tuition USD 12,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,281 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Hamilton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Public Health at McMaster 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 12,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,281 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Hamilton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Foundations of Population and Public Health Practice
  2. Population and Public Health Epidemiology
  3. Population and Public Health Policy
  4. Population and Public Health Research Methods
  5. Master of Public Health Seminar Series Year One

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • 4 year undergraduate in Sciences or equivalent
  • B+ average in final year of undergraduate program
  • Statistics or mathematical course B+
  • English proficiency TOEFL or IELTS (if applicable)
  • Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal letter (750 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation (health professional applicants can include one from employer)

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 12,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,281 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 12,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,281 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact McMaster 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 McMaster University

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McMaster University

Hamilton, Canada

public research university in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months