Overview
The Master of Public Health at Wilfrid Laurier University is a professional graduate program aimed at equipping students with the knowledge and skills to address public health challenges through evidence-based practice, policy development, and community engagement. Objectives include understanding social determinants of health, epidemiology, and health promotion. Unique features include a required practicum placement in public health settings and a focus on Indigenous health and equity.
Career Prospects
Graduates are prepared for roles in government health agencies, non-profits, research institutions, and international organizations, with opportunities in health policy, program management, and disease prevention.
Key Faculty/Staff
- Dr. Bonita Stanton, Dean of the Faculty of Science
- Dr. Susan Elliott, Program Director with expertise in environmental health
Unique Facilities or Partnerships
The program benefits from partnerships with local public health units such as Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit and the Region of Waterloo Public Health, providing hands-on practicum experiences. Access to the university's research centers supports interdisciplinary work in health sciences.
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