The MSc program in Occupational and Public Health, is housed within the School of Occupational and Public Health in the Faculty of Community Services (FCS).  It is a comprehensive research-based degree that will provide interdisciplinary and experiential learning opportunities in evidence-based prevention related to occupational health and safety and public health.  Both full-time (2 years) and part-time (4 years) options will be offered with a target intake of 20 student FTEs per year.

The program is supported by strong societal need to address current and emerging issues in occupational and public health, as well as strong demand from current students and alumni from the School of Occupational and Public Health’s undergraduate programs in both fields.

The program will attract students from diverse backgrounds, including recent graduates and professionals currently working in the field, and will enhance their research abilities, skills, and core competencies and improve their career opportunities. Graduates will be well prepared to address current and emerging societal challenges and issues related to occupational and public health and safety in Canada and globally, such as an aging population, environmental changes (e.g. the health effects of climate change), infectious diseases, workplace injuries and accidents, and occupational diseases.