Ottawa,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor in Health Sciences in Population and Public Health (Honours) in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
|
Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
43,335
(c. USD30,963.51)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences program takes a comprehensive approach to health education. Learners gain a strong foundation in biosciences, master both quantitative and qualitative research methods, and explore health determinants through interdisciplinary lenses. This distinctive curriculum empowers students to develop creative solutions for analyzing, assessing, and addressing intricate health challenges across all age groups, both in Canada and internationally.
The Population and Public Health specialization builds upon students' interdisciplinary training by focusing on population health principles and public health methodologies that form the backbone of Canada's healthcare infrastructure. Participants will analyze health situations from local and international viewpoints, evaluate health models, design health initiatives including wellness promotion plans, identify root causes of health inequalities, and assess the impact of cross-sector partnerships in healthcare.
Upon completion, graduates will be equipped to enter health-focused Master's programs or launch careers in government health departments, private healthcare institutions, nonprofit health organizations, or community wellness initiatives. The program establishes a solid groundwork for advanced education in medical, rehabilitation, dental, or pharmaceutical fields. Our interdisciplinary emphasis cultivates more skilled and well-rounded future healthcare practitioners.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have an Ontario high school diploma with at least six 4U-4M or DU-level courses to be eligible for admission to the first year of university. Please note:
All the courses that are prerequisites for your chosen program must be 4U-level courses, unless otherwise indicated.
We use your top six interim or final grades in 4U, 4M, or DU courses, including the prerequisites for your chosen program, to calculate your admission average. We do not round up your grades.
International baccalaureate diploma
Applicants enrolled in the International Baccalaureatenorth_eastexternal link Diploma program are eligible for admission if they have completed (or are in the process of completing) the full IB program and meet the following conditions:
Have passed six subjects (including the prerequisites for your program of choice) with at least three at the Standard Level and three at the Higher Level.
Have a minimum average of 29 points. The minimum average might be higher depending on the program you have chosen.
IELTS - overall score 6.5 with minimum writing section score 6.5
TOEFL - IBT - Overall Score 86 with writing section score 22.
Tuition
CAD
43,335