Faculty of Applied Health Sciences
Public Health It’s your degree. Create your future.
“The Public Health program not only provided me with an array of public health knowledge but it also enabled me to establish some critical connections within public health which resulted in a multitude of professional opportunities from which I could grow further”
Elaina Orlando, Bachelor of Public Health (2010) Epidemiologist, Niagara Region Public Health
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The only Bachelor of Public Health degree in Canada, this unique program prepares students to analyze, understand and improve personal, environmental, social and political factors that affect the health of children and adults.
Program Description
Admission Requirements
• Pursue courses in Health Promotion, Health Policy, Program Planning, Health Administration, Biostatistics and Population Epidemiology.
• English (ENG4U) • One of Biology (SBI4U) or Chemistry (SCH4U) • Recommended: Science (SNC4M) or Exercise Science (PSE4U), one 3U math • Average in the high 70s
• Gain experience implementing and evaluating interventions that improve health, reduce health inequities, and protect the health of individuals and communities in Canada and around the world. • Get involved in projects and internships that advance Canada’s role as a leader in public health promotion.
Contact Maryann Polce-Gordon Undergraduate Coordinator chscadvisor@brocku.ca 905.688.5550 x4790
Please contact the Office of Admissions for all applications and admissions questions: admissions@brocku.ca “Within the Public Health Program I have interacted with genuine and enthusiastic professors who have been instrumental in encouraging me to pursue my passion in the area of research”
Our Grads... their Careers • Health Educator • Hospital Administrator • Health Promoter • Wellness Consultant • Manager of Health & Safety Operations • Health Care Manager
Phuc Dang
Public Health, Class of 2011
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