Occupational and Public Health (MSc)
Part of the Faculty of Community Services
Format: Full-time
Degree earned: Master of Science
Options: Thesis, Course-based, Course-based with co-op
The Master of Science (MSc) in Occupational and Public Health provides advanced learning and research opportunities related to the prevention of workplace injury and illness and the promotion of public health. In the first and only program of its kind in Canada, students gain the knowledge, skills, expertise and core competencies necessary to shape the future of occupational and public health in Canada and globally.
The Thesis option is a research-based degree that combines coursework, seminars and a master鈥檚 thesis. This option is particularly appealing to those who are interested in in-depth research and future doctoral studies. It can be completed in 24 months of full-time study.
The Course-based option combines coursework, seminars and a capstone applied research project course. The program can be completed within 12 months, providing flexibility for graduates to more quickly enter the workforce. With the new Co-op option, the program can be extended to 16 months by including an integrated work term in the Spring/Summer semester to provide valuable work experience prior to graduation.
MSc
- Completion of a four-year undergraduate degree in science, applied science, health science, engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
- As per YSGPS policy, a minimum GPA or equivalent of 3.00/4.33 (B) in the last two years of study is required. However, due to the competitive application process, a minimum 3.33/4.33 GPA (B+) is strongly recommended.
- Completion of at least one statistics course in their undergraduate degree program, with a passing grade of at least B. Check the program website for further details.
- Statement of Interest
- 搁别蝉耻尘茅/颁痴
- Transcripts
- Two academic letters of recommendation
- English language proficiency requirement (if applicable)
More information on admission requirements. Due to the competitive nature of our programs, it is not possible to offer admission to everyone who applies that meets the minimum entrance requirements for the program.
More information on program-specific requirements.
Students are encouraged to submit applications prior to the first consideration date to increase their chances of securing financial support for graduate studies. Applications received after the first consideration date will be accepted and reviewed based on spaces remaining in the program.
See application dates.
For detailed graduate tuition and fees information please visit Fees by Program.
For information on scholarships, awards and financing your graduate studies visit Financing Your Studies.
- Injury prevention
- Environmental health
- Active transportation
- Ergonomics
- Occupational health and safety
- Epidemiology
- Risk and exposure assessment
- Toxicology
- Indigenous health
- Food safety
- Communicable diseases
- Built environments
- Water quality
- Public health policy
- Global health
- Research Methods and Study Design for Occupational and Public Health
- Data Analysis for Occupational and Public Health
- Occupational and Public Health Principles and Practices
- Knowledge Synthesis in Occupational and Public Health
- Seminar Series in Occupational and Public Health
- Epidemiology for Public and Population Health
- Environmental and Occupational Exposures
- Qualitative Methods in Occupational and Public Health
- Health Equity and Well-Being: Population Health Perspectives
Admissions information and how to apply
Graduate Studies Admissions Office
11th floor, 1 Dundas St. W
Toronto, ON
Telephone: 416-979-5150
Email: gradhelp@torontomu.ca
For information specific to programs, please see the program contact information below.
Program Contacts
Dr. Ian Young
Graduate Program Director and Associate Professor, BASc, PhD, CPHI(C)
Areas of Expertise: Food-borne disease surveillance and prevention; Recreational water illness surveillance and prevention; One Health; Knowledge synthesis; Applied statistical modelling
Telephone: 416-979-5000, ext. 557614
Email: iyoung@torontomu.ca
Azusa Ida
Graduate Program Administrator
Telephone: 416-979-5000, ext. 544973
Email: gradoph@torontomu.ca
Once you鈥檝e made an informed choice about which program(s) you are going to apply to, preparing your application requires careful research and planning.
Funding
At 91影视, we understand that pursuing graduate studies is a significant financial investment. Funding comes from a combination of employment contracts (as a teaching assistant), scholarships, awards and stipends. There are a number of additional funding sources 鈥� internal and external 鈥� available to graduate students that can increase these funding levels.
Research
As an urban innovation university, 91影视 offers 60+ cutting-edge, career-oriented graduate programs, as well as 125+ research centres, institutes and labs, in a wide range of disciplines. Our close connections with industry, government and community partners provide opportunities to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges and make a difference.