MSC IN PUBLIC HEALTH - DEPARTMENT OF EPIDEMIOLOGY, BIOSTATISTICS AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH - MCGILL UNIVERSITY
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Department of
2018-2019
Epidemiology, Biostatistics
and Occupational Health
MSc in
PUBLIC HEALTH
McGill ranked Best University in Canada
STRIVE FOR
Among medical-doctoral universities by Maclean’s Magazine 2018
McGill ranked among the Top 50 Universities in the World
EXCELLENCE
QS World Ranking 2018
Montreal Named World’s Best Student City
QS Best Student Cities index 2017
The Master of Science in What People Have
Public Health Program Mike Dolph
to Say About Us
Class of 2016 Our alumni are an important part of the McGill community. Here is what
they have to say about their time in the MScPH program.
“My experience in McGill’s MScPH pro-
McGill’s Master of Science in Public Health (MScPH) program has Who Should Apply? gram was transforming and rewarding.
a mission to train outstanding population and public health We welcome candidates from diverse The interdisciplinary approach allowed
professionals by offering a rigorous academic program in backgrounds with an interest in health for regular, quality interactions with
concepts, methods, research, and practice. The MScPH is research and with strong conceptual, fellow students, faculty and staff across “Everyone in department was welcoming
a full time, two year program. It includes 51 credits of analytic, and quantitative skills at the disciplines, and was paramount in and very understanding. The MScPH
course work and a 9 credit practicum. Please see the undergraduate level. enabling me to pursue my professional program was big enough to give me the
wesbite for more details on admission requirements,
and academic interests.” opportunity to receive an education from
core courses and electives. Our students come from the social
pioneers in the field of public health and
sciences (e.g. sociology, economics,
Graduates of the program will serve as population epidemiology and expand my network,
psychology, geography), natural and
and public health practitioners, research profes- while being small enough to receive
quantitative sciences (e.g. biology,
sionals, and educators. They will be recruited by exceptional mentorship and have a sense
physiology, pharmacology, microbiolo-
regional, federal, and international health authori- of belonging to a family.
gy, computer science, statistics), or the
ties, as well as in the education and private sectors, health professions. Jenny Liu
to meet the increasing demand for population and Along with the high-quality education,
Class of 2014 there were many social activities for the
public health professionals. Students must have a good knowledge
students that created a relaxed atmosphere.
of differential and integral calculus at
the level of a first year undergraduate “McGill’s MScPH program prepared me
“McGill’s strong reputation as a rigorous, technical This enhanced learning experience allowed
course. well for the real world. The program has
program including a practicum played a key role in me to excel in my studies, including my
a strong emphasis on epidemiology and
my decision of where to study. Following graduation, practicum and current work.”
In exceptional circumstances, the admis- quantitative sciences. A McGill public
through connections made at McGill, I found a job
sions committee may take professional health degree opens doors to
directly related to my internship and interest.”
experience into account for mid-career international opportunities both in the
Vincent Lavallée or returning/re-entry applicants. public and private sectors.” Samia Qureshi
Class of 2015 Class of 2015
Epidemiology, Biostatistics PUBLIC HEALTH
and Occupational Health
Learning Beyond the Classroom Gain Real World
Our students have the opportunity to learn about research, policy
and other current issues in public health through various seminar
Experience
series. Guest lecturers include prominent researchers, academics and
The mandatory practicum project lets students
practitioners.
apply what they have learned in the classroom in
a supervised practice or research setting. Our stu-
Epidemiology Seminars dents contribute to an organization’s mandate,
This seminar series keeps stu- and address a public health problem of interest
dents and faculty up to date on to them. They also develop skills as public health
research topics in epidemiogy. practitioners or researchers. Practicums are avail-
able in Quebec, Canada and internationally.
IHSP Seminar Series
The Institute of Heath and Social During the practicum experience, our students:
Policy seminar series explores
• Develop interpersonal, professional and com-
MScPH
how social and environmental
conditions impact health and
how this knowledge can be
munication skills.
PRACTICUM
translated into policies and • Build the Public Health Core Competencies.
programs that improve the
health, well-being and resilience • Apply graduate-level teachings.
of people and communities.
• Grow their network of professional contacts
for mentorship and job searches.
Global Health Seminars
Global Health Programs seminar
The practicum consists of a single project that
topics include communicable
addresses a public health issue. It is supervised
and non-communicable disease,
by a qualified, on-site public health expert. The
education and capacity building,
experience takes place over 14-16 full-time weeks
policy and economics, environ-
in the summer after the first year of coursework.
mental and social determinants
of health, and global health
See the Practicum Brochure on the MScPH web-
innovations and technologies.
site for more details.
A World of
Opportunity
McGill MScPH students have a presence around the
world. Global health practica are available. See be-
low for a map of previous placement sites. Students
may also apply to do a semester exchange with
Melbourne University in Australia.
Student Support Over $375,000
awarded to support student
McGill’s MScPH program is a welcoming, close-knit practica since 2012.
academic community of staff and students. We are
committed to supporting students to help them
achieve their academic goals.
100% of our students
Program Guidance received financial support for
MScPH departmental staff are available to students their practicum in 2017 from
who need help or advice with applications, course Orientation Activities - Students meet their the department or from their
selection, practica and more. teachers and learn more about the program host site.
during the annual departmental orientation.
Career Guidance This is also a chance to bond with fellow
The McGill Career Planning Service (CaPS) assists
students in their career development and search for
classmates before the semester begins.
Over $250,000
jobs, by providing workshops, individual advising, a in practicum stipends secured
comprehensive job posting service, and an extensive since 2012.
Student exchange site Practicum placement site Career Resource Centre.
Life On Campus Our Graduates
McGill has an international reputation for excellence in
university education. Our graduates are known for their
strong methodological skills. They work in government,
in the private sector, in NGOs and in not-for-profits.
What kind of work?
What sectors?
McGill’s downtown campus is situated in the vibrant, multi-lingual Activities Services
cosmopolitan city of Montreal, which was ranked World’s Best Student The Post Graduate Students’ There are many services avail-
City in 2017 by the QS Best Student Cities index. Society is an association of all able to students on campus
graduate students and postdoc- including: Career Planning Job Titles
The Master of Science in Public Health program is housed under the toral fellows at McGill. See their Service • Counselling • Interna-
School of Population and Global Health. It is located close to the McGill website for activities, orienta- tional Student Services • Office • Health Policy Analyst • Program Consultant
University Health Centre and the McGill University Health Network, its tions, Thompson House gradu- for Students with Disabilities • • Senior Epidemiologist • Planning Officer
Research Institutes, the Québec public health agency, and the ate student building and more. Psychiatric Services • etc. • Research Coordinator • Project Manager
Montreal regional health authority.
Contact us Master of Science in Public Health Department of Epidemiology, Bio- statistics and Occupational Health McGill University Montreal, QC E: mscph.eboh@mcgill.ca T: 514-398-1964
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