Overview

The Public Health programme at the University of Toronto is delivered through the Dalla Lana School of Public Health to prepare students for professional and research careers. This master level qualification focuses on addressing complex health challenges within the community, academic, and private sectors.

Why Public Health at the University of Toronto?

The University of Toronto offers a prestigious environment for graduate study, providing students with access to the Graduate Department of Public Health Sciences. The programme is distinguished by its diverse range of specialised fields and its commitment to practice-based training. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates field experience and employment history into the learning process, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the global health sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 60770 per year
National fee: CAD 28130 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around specialised fields of study to provide deep expertise in specific areas of health science. Modules may include:

Black Health
Epidemiology
Family and Community Medicine
Indigenous Health
Nutrition and Dietetics
Occupational and Environmental Health
Health Promotion
Biostatistics

Careers with Public Health

Graduates from this programme are equipped for diverse roles across multiple sectors, including community health organisations, academic institutions, and private industry. The training supports those pursuing professional practice or advanced research careers. By focusing on applied research skills and leadership competencies, the university ensures that alumni are ready to inform policy and practice in various public health disciplines globally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Health Sciences

Epidemiologic Methods

Biostatistics

Health Trends and Surveillance

Scientific Overview in Epidemiology
Population Perspectives for Epidemiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Dalla Lana School's additional admission requirements stated below.
Appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum mid-B average in the final year.
At least one course in undergraduate statistics.
Relevant work or volunteer experience.

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Tuition Fees

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60770 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

28130 CAD / year

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Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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