Master in Community Health Sciences (MPH)

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Mar 1, 2027. Tuition comes to 22,000 CAD per year.

The Master in Community Health Sciences (MPH) is for health professionals who want to improve their knowledge of public and population health. This 2-year master's degree in English helps students advance their careers in public health.

The program covers core and elective courses, and a supervised field placement, teaching students about health promotion, disease prevention, and health policy. Students develop skills in research, analysis, and communication.

Graduates can become Health Educators, Epidemiologists, Public Health Managers, Health Promotion Specialists, or Policy Analysts, working in government, non-profit, or private sectors, such as hospitals, clinics, or community organizations.

The University of Manitoba, founded in 1877 in Winnipeg, is the oldest university in western Canada and a major public research institution. With roughly 29,000 students and about 4,000 international students, the university offers a welcoming and diverse campus experience. Its location provides access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and a supportive prairie community.

Academically the university offers more than 260 programs spanning faculties such as Engineering, Architecture, Health Sciences, Business and Agriculture, many of which are research active and professionally accredited. The campus hosts centers for global public health, functional foods and other applied research that connect students with real-world problems and industry partners, while student services emphasize academic advising, career planning and wellbeing.

International students benefit from extensive supports including orientation, visa guidance and targeted scholarships, along with numerous experiential learning and co-op opportunities in Winnipeg and beyond. For students seeking a research-led education with strong community engagement and practical pathways into professional fields, the University of Manitoba presents a balanced choice combining academic excellence, campus life and regional opportunity.