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Master of Public Health (MPH)
Our highly sought after, one-year program offers a clear pathway to professional school and careers in public health.
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Our highly sought after, one-year program offers a clear pathway to professional school and careers in public health.
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Our highly sought after, one-year program offers a clear pathway to professional school and careers in public health.
About the program
This 12-month program builds real-world skills through an immersive, case-based learning approach. Learn from top public health experts, collaborate in learning teams, and tackle projects that mirror the complexity of the real world.
A 12-week practicum in Canada or abroad provides hands-on experience. With dedicated career support and networking opportunities, you’ll graduate ready to lead and drive change in public health.
- Program name: Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Degree level: Master of Public Health
- Degree duration: 1 year
- Application deadline: January 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m
- Contact: publichealth@schulich.uwo.ca
- Website: Master of Public Health
Reasons to study
Case-based learning
Case-based learning prepares you for real-world challenges by helping you tackle complex problems, respond to fluid situations, enhance communication and writing skills and develop teamwork and leadership skills.
Small-group collaboration
You’ll be assigned to a small-group learning team with a dedicated workspace. Learning teams collaborate on assignments, discussions and peer learning. These teams allow for diverse perspectives, and offer leadership development and personal growth opportunities.
Learning through action
During the summer term, you’ll complete a 12-week practicum, applying knowledge and skills to real-world issues, and developing personal and professional confidence as public health practitioners.
Featured courses
Core public health knowledge
- Principles of epidemiology
- Statistical methods in health
- Research for health
Social and global health perspectives
- Social cultural determinants of health
- Indigenous health
- Issues in global health
Admission requirements
Educational requirements
A four-year undergraduate degree with a minimum 70% (Canadian equivalent) over the last two years of study.
Recommended course work
Successfully completed an undergraduate statistics course with a minimum 70% (Canadian equivalency) within the last five years (recommended).
Public health awareness
Demonstrated awareness and interest of the public health profession's role in identifying and solving complex health problems (through work, volunteering, etc.)
English language proficiency
Demonstrated English language proficiency if you have not studied at the post-secondary level for at least two years in an English speaking country. Learn more
Apply now via Western's School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Plan your finances
What it costs
The total cost (including all ancillary fees) for Western's MPH program is:
- Approximately $37,900 CAD for domestic students (Approx. 2024/25 fees listed)
- Approximately $62,000 CAD for international students (Approx. 2024/25 fees listed)
Estimates are based on 2024-25 tuition; the most current amounts can be found here.
Scholarships
Please click below for the scholarships and bursaries available for this program.
Plan ahead
Managing your finances, time and overall wellness are critical to your academic success.
Use the Graduate Student Affordability Calculator to estimate how much money you will need to pay for your tuition, fees, housing, food, and other necessities for a 12-month (three-term) academic year.
Career resources & opportunities
Practicum
Support with finding placements
You'll work with a career development co-ordinator to explore interests in a variety of public health functions and organizations, and identify a placement that supports your future career aspirations.
Employment rates
After graduation
With an emphasis on project management, effective communication and collaboration, you'll graduate with a professional degree that leads to a range of careers, including:
- Research associate
- Program and policy advisor
- Aboriginal engagement lead
- Health promotion specialist
- Program evaluator
- Wellness coordinator
- Strategy & evaluation analyst
In their words
Winifred Twum-Ampofo, Class of 2022
Following a dream to serve vulnerable populations
Have questions? Connect with us!
Courtney Hambides
Manager, Master of Public Health Program
publichealth@schulich.uwo.ca
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