Cutting-edge methodology聽
McGill鈥檚 MScPH puts the science into public health.聽We train population and public health researchers, educators聽and practitioners who excel and lead in their chosen career path.
Graduates聽assume a variety of rewarding roles, nationally and internationally in both public and private institutions.
Beyond the classroom
MScPH students gain valuable experience though a minimum 14-week practicum in a聽research or practice setting.聽
Areas of study
Students may choose from among five streams of study, including: Epidemiology, Global Health, Health Policy & Ethics, Infectious Disease and Population Dynamics.
Who should apply?
McGill MScPH students come from a variety of academic backgrounds including the basic sciences, health sciences, engineering as well as social sciences, such as sociology and economics. We particularly welcome applicants who are returning to academia after spending time in the work force.聽
Career opportunities
Public Health graduates聽become聽educators, researchers, communicators, or program designers. There are opportunities in the private sector, in research, and聽all levels of the public sector, as well as with NGOs.
Our graduates have gone on to study and work in academics or private and public organizations, both in Canada and internationally. They have continued to advanced PhD and clinical studies聽studies or聽work as research coordinators and public health practitioners.