Dalla Lana School of Public Health Campuses

The Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DLSPH) at the University of Toronto's St. George Campus offers comprehensive graduate programs in public health, emphasizing research, policy, and practice. Key offerings include the Master of Public Health (MPH), a professional degree preparing leaders for diverse careers in health promotion, disease prevention, and policy development.

• MPH in Epidemiology: Focuses on disease patterns, risk factors, and surveillance methods.
• MPH in Health Policy & Equity: Explores healthcare systems, social determinants, and equity strategies.
• MPH in Indigenous Health: Addresses Indigenous health challenges and community-led solutions.
• MPH in Nutrition & Dietetics: Covers nutritional epidemiology and public health interventions.

Research-oriented programs include the Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in specialized fields. MSc programs build analytical skills for evidence-based decision-making.

• MSc in Biostatistics: Teaches advanced statistical methods for health data analysis.
• MSc in Epidemiology: Advanced study of infectious and chronic disease dynamics.
• MSc in Global Health: Examines international health systems and interventions.
• MSc in Occupational & Environmental Health: Focuses on workplace safety and environmental risks.
• MSc in Health Policy, Management & Evaluation: Analyzes organizational leadership and economics.
• MSc in Public Health Data Science: Integrates data analytics with public health applications.
• MSc in Social & Behavioural Health Sciences: Studies behaviour change and health promotion theories.
• MSc in Toxicology: Investigates chemical hazards and risk assessment.

PhD programs foster independent researchers in epidemiology, biostatistics, and other domains, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. DLSPH also offers graduate certificates and short courses in areas like infection prevention, health equity, and data visualization. Courses emphasize real-world application through practicums, capstones, and partnerships with public health agencies, hospitals, and global organizations. Faculty expertise spans infectious diseases, chronic conditions, mental health, and climate impacts on health. Students access state-of-the-art labs, simulation centres, and the Centre for Global Public Health. Programs integrate equity, diversity, and Indigeneity, preparing graduates for roles in government, NGOs, academia, and industry. With a commitment to evidence-based practice, DLSPH equips students to address pressing global challenges like pandemics, aging populations, and health disparities.