Master in Community Health Sciences (MSc)

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.

The Master in Community Health Sciences (MSc) is for students who want to work in health departments. This 2-year master's degree helps students learn about population-based health sciences. The program is taught in English at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada.

The curriculum covers epidemiology, biostatistics, and social sciences as they apply to health. Students learn about health concepts and methods, and how to apply them in practice. They also gain experience in population health, public health, and preventive medicine.

Graduates can work as Health Promotion Specialists, Epidemiologists, Public Health Consultants, or Health Program Managers. They can find jobs in local, regional, provincial, or federal health departments, or in private health organizations.