PhD Health Sciences

Take your research skills to the next level with Lakehead University’s Health Sciences doctoral program. Work with faculty and the community to better the health of at-risk populations through high-quality applied health research.

The September 2022 application cycle will open in November 2021 for the PhD in Health Sciences program. Complete applications are due by January 15, 2022.

Please note, you must have a potential supervisor identified before you apply. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

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Master of Public Health

What are the core competencies of public health professionals in Canada?

The Public Health Agency of Canada "Core Competencies for Public Health in Canada, Release 1.0 informs on the required knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to practice public health in Canada. The 36 core competencies represent the foundation on which effective public health practice is built, and are organized into 7 categories: (1) Public Health Sciences; (2) Assessment and Analysis; (3) Policy and Program Planning, Implementation and Evaluation; (4) Partnerships, Collaboration and Advocacy; (5) Diversity and Inclusiveness; (6) Communication; and (7) Leadership. Note that these core competencies form the basis of evaluation in our Master of Public Health programs (including programs with Thesis or specializations). 

Please review the document carefully to learn about the core competencies for public health practice in Canada to understand what is expected of students and professionals in the field of public health: Core Competencies for Public Health in Canada.pdf

Develop your leadership potential with one of Lakehead University’s Master of Public Health programs. Whatever your schedule, our distance learning environment with flexible full-time study, or on-campus with full-time study gives you the opportunity to take your career to the next level.

The September 2022 application cycle will open in November 2021 for the Master of Public Health programs. Complete applications are due by February 1, 2022.

Please note, if applying to the thesis-based program, you must have a potential supervisor identified before you apply. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

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Master of Health Sciences

Lakehead University’s Master of Health Sciences Program gives you the knowledge and research skills you need. Offering the only MHSc program between Winnipeg and Southern Ontario, this innovative program prepares you to be a part of the change

The September 2022 application cycle will open in November 2021 for the Master of Health Sciences programs. Complete applications are due by February 1, 2022.

Please note, you must have a potential supervisor identified before you apply. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

Click here to learn how to apply to our Master of Health Sciences program