Master of Public Health(MPH) in Social Behavioral Health Sciences(Health Promotion)

所属信息

所属学校
多伦多大学
所属院校
Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health

基本信息

项目时长
18 months

申请截止日期

  • 其他

申请信息

GPA要求

3.00

TOEFL要求

93.00

IELTS要求

7.00

申请材料

GRE not required

特点

社会和行为健康科学领域的公共卫生硕士课程自1979年成立以来,一直是一项专业(非论文)研究生课程,旨在培养希望在各级政府和社区卫生机构工作的学生。该课程从社会科学的角度探讨个人、社区和人群之间的健康相关问题,特别关注影响健康的社会和个人决定因素的识别、理解和应对。
The MPH Program in the field of Social and Behavioural Health Sciences (Health Promotion) was founded in 1979 and it is a professional (non-thesis) graduate program. This program is suitable for students who want to pursue any career in all levels of government as well as community health-relevant agencies. Related health issues among individuals, communities and populations are viewed from a social science perspective on this program. Particular focus is also given to identifying, understanding and addressing the societal and personal determinants of health.
课程设置介绍:
Students are required to complete 10.0 Full Course Equivalents (FCEs) within the maximum time limit of 3 years as a full-time student and 6 years as a part-time student. Please note, most full-time students complete their degree within 2 years. The table below outlines the usual distribution of required and elective courses, together with practica, which are taken throughout the program.

TERM | Course/practicum | FCEs

Term 1 – Fall | | 2.5 FCE

CHL5004H | Introduction to Public Health Sciences | 0.5
CHL5103H | Health Promotion 1 | 0.5
CHL5105H | Social Determinants of Health | 0.5
CHL5201H | Biostatistics I | 0.5
CHL5401H | Epidemiological Methods I | 0.5
Term 2 – Winter | | 2.0 – 2.5 FCE

CHL5110H | Theory and Practice of Program Evaluation | 0.5
CHL5104H | Health Promotion 2 | 0.5
CHL5107H | Introduction to Qualitative Research (or approved equivalent) | 0.5
PLUS 1-2 approved electives | | 0.5-1.0
Term 3 – Summer | | 2.0 FCE

CHL6010Y + CHL6012Y | Required MPH Practicum (1.0 FCE) + Long Extension to Required Practicum (1.0 FCE) | 2.0
Term 4 – Fall | | 2.0 FCE

CHL5300H | Public Health Policy | 0.5
One approved advanced Research Methods course | | 0.5
PLUS 2 approved electives | | 1.0
Term 5 – Winter | | 1.5 – 2.0 FCE

CHL6020Y | Optional MPH Practicum (1.0 FCE) + CHL6021H | Optional Practicum Extension (0.5 FCE) | |
1 approved elective | | 0.5
Or any combination of practicum and electives equaling 1.5 – 2.0 FCE | |
Totals | | 10

Elective Courses

Students have an opportunity to take at least 2.0 FCE in elective courses. These courses provide an important component of the Health Promotion curriculum. Through electives, students can tailor their academic work to suit their professional needs and career interests.

Students can take courses within the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, or (with permission) from other Graduate Departments at the University of Toronto. Students also have the opportunity to take courses outside of the University of Toronto and must consult with their Program Director and the Graduate Office.

Some Popular Electives within the PHS

Course | FCE

CHL5101H: Social and Behavioural Theory and Health | 0.5
CHL5109H: Gender and Health | 0.5
CHL5113H: Global Migration and Health | 0.5
CHL5106H: Theories for Health Promotion and Public Health Intervention | 0.5
CHL5126H: Building Community Resilience | 0.5
CHL5114H: Health Communications | 0.5
CHL5132H: Population Health Intervention Research | 0.5
CHL5150H: Data Collection Methods for Research & Evaluation Projects | 0.5
CHL5136H: Race, Ethnicity, Culture And Health (REACH) | 0.5
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