PhD in Population Medicine

The University of Guelph is a comprehensive public research university located in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. It is recognized for its strong programs in agriculture, veterinary medicine, life sciences, environmental sciences, business, and the arts. The university is committed to providing a transformative learning experience and fostering a supportive community for its students. With a focus on research, innovation, and community engagement, the University of Guelph prepares students to address global challenges and contribute to society.

The Department of Population Medicine is an international leader in discovering and disseminating knowledge to optimize the health of animal and human populations in their environments. We embrace a holistic definition of health that includes physical health, welfare, and productivity of animals and the physical, mental, and social well-being of humans. We help students build foundational knowledge and skills while fostering continuous self-directed and collaborative learning and discovery. We answer the call of society for advice and action in our areas of expertise. MSc, PhD and DVSc degrees are offered in the following fields: Epidemiology (MSc, PhD) Theriogenology (MSc, DVSc) Health Management (MSc, DVSc) Public Health (MSc, PhD) The Department also offers a Master of Public Health (MPH) program. Our research mission is to discover and disseminate knowledge regarding the management of health and productivity of animal populations, the health of human populations, and the interrelationships of animals, humans, and the environment (i.e., One Health). In support of this mission, we rely on a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods and knowledge synthesis tools to conduct observational studies, clinical trials, simulation studies, and reviews of human and animal health research. Our teaching/learning mission is to guide students as they obtain an essential knowledge base and develop the necessary communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to integrate and apply this knowledge; and to instill the appropriate attitudes and abilities required for life-long learning.