The Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences - Population and Public Health Option at the University of Ottawa is designed for aspiring health professionals eager to address complex health challenges on both local and global scales. You will delve into the foundational theories and methodologies of population and public health, critically examining the determinants of health and health disparities. This interdisciplinary undergraduate degree equips you with the analytical skills to appraise health scenarios, develop effective health interventions, and understand the structural causes of health inequities, preparing you for impactful careers in Canada's healthcare system and beyond.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, guiding you through compulsory courses in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, epidemiology, and bioethics, alongside quantitative and qualitative research methods. You will explore topics from disease prevention and health promotion to environmental health and international health, with opportunities to select optional courses in science and health sciences. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of population health strategies and be well-prepared to pursue graduate studies or careers in public health agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community health programs.