Programs and researchers

Full- or part-time | Online | Course-based

The Master of Health Evaluation program is designed for professional evaluators and practicing health professionals seeking exciting careers in future health care decision-making. Graduates will be adept at evaluative thinking, well versed in systems science, evaluation theory and methods, and possess excellent skills in communication and stakeholder engagement. Offered online, the MHE offers flexibility for the working professional and can be completed in 2 to 4 years. It also features a 12-week professional experience component. Find out more: Master of Health Evaluation program details | Health Evaluation faculty members

Full- or part-time | Online | Course-based

The Master of Health Informatics program (Public Health and Health Systems field) is designed for professionals with backgrounds in public health and/or health care who require more knowledge about computer science and health informatics in order to identify, design and manage informatics solutions relevant to health and health systems. Offered online, the MHI offers flexibility for the working professional and can be completed in 16 months to 4 years. It also features a four month professional experience component. Find out more: Health Informatics program details 

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based

The MSc in Public Health and Health Systems (formerly Health Studies and Gerontology) provides a trans-disciplinary, population health approach to addressing health and health system challenges in Canada and around the world. Our approach focusses on improving the health of the population across the lifespan and on reducing inequalities affecting the health of various subpopulations. You'll learn how to use research to improve the management and accountability of health promotion programs, and health or healthcare systems. Find out more: Public Health and Health Systems (MSc) program details | Faculty members in School of Public Health and Health Systems

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis or Course-based

The MSc in Kinesiology focusses on optimizing health, preventing injury and illness, and extending years of high-quality life through understanding cellular to societal implications of physical activity, nutrition, and lifestyle. Your course work and research are focused in one of three areas: biomechanics, neuroscience or physiology. Not only will you become an expert in your particular area, you will gain an understanding of how your area of research impacts other aspects of human movement. Find out more: Kinesiology (MSc) program details | Faculty members in Department of Kinesiology

Full- or part-time | Online | Course-based

The MPH in Public Health provides a broad understanding of public health and the knowledge, tools, and skills for management/leadership roles in public health settings. The program highlights evidence-informed practice in public health, sociobehavioural health, environmental health, and public health informatics. Offered online, the MPH offers flexibility for the working professional and can be completed in 2-4 years. On-campus attendance is required for two 2-week block courses and students complete a 12-week field practicum. Find out more: Public Health program details | Faculty members in the MPH program

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based or Course-based

In the MA in Recreation and Leisure Studies, you'll study leisure and leisure behaviour from a variety of social science perspectives. The program is designed to increase knowledge of the theories and concepts of leisure, and of the contributions by the social sciences, the natural sciences, and the humanities for understanding leisure. You'll learn to conduct independent scholarly research through coursework and a thesis (normally completed during second year under the supervision of a faculty member). Find out more: Recreation and Leisure Studies (MA) program details | Faculty members in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Full- or part-time | Primarily online | Course-based

Canada’s first health-focused online Master of Social Work program is offered by The School of Social Work at Renison University College in collaboration with the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. The program provides students with knowledge and skills in advanced social work practice within a focus on health, research/scholarship, professional leadership, and social work supervision. This graduate program is delivered primarily online, with required on-campus Summer Institutes, allowing students to continue to participate in their home community while pursuing a graduate degree in social work. A Bachelor of Social Work degree is a mandatory entrance requirement. Find out more: Social Work program details

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based | Collaborative

The PhD in Aging, Health and Well-being provides you with an interdisciplinary platform upon which to develop a broad understanding of issues related to the health and well-being of our aging population. You can register in any of the academic units in the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and access courses and resources across the Faculty, including dissertation committee members, who can add different perspectives to penetrating research problems. Find out more: Aging, Health and Well-being program details 

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based

The doctoral program in Public Health and Health Systems (formerly Health Studies and Gerontology) offers a trans-disciplinary, population health approach to addressing health and health system challenges in Canada and around the world. The program will provide you with an interdisciplinary focus, specialized training, and advanced research skills. You'll add further depth and specialization to your work through the research apprenticeship model. Find out more: Public Health and Health Systems (PhD) | Faculty members in School of Public Health and Health Systems

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based

The doctoral program in Kinesiology focusses on optimizing health, preventing injury and illness, and extending years of high-quality life through understanding cellular to societal implications of physical activity, nutrition, and lifestyle. Your course work and research are focused in one of three areas: biomechanics, neuroscience or physiology. Our programs offer the opportunity to conduct original research, complemented by teaching experience. Our laboratories, including the School of Anatomy, are among the best-equipped in North America. Find out more: Kinesiology (PhD) program details | Faculty members in Department of Kinesiology

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based 

The PhD program in Recreation and Leisure Studies provides the opportunity for advanced study and research in the field. You'll learn to analyze and evaluate programs, policies, and organizational structures aimed at understanding and improving the use of free time and the quality of life. You'll be equipped to apply and disseminate knowledge to practitioners, policy makers and managers. The program provides opportunities for teaching and research assistantships, and culminates with the completion of a doctoral thesis. Find out more: Recreation and Leisure Studies program details | Faculty members in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Full- or part-time | On campus | Thesis-based | Collaborative

The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences (AHS) is committed to the prevention of illness and injury, optimization of health, and quality of life. The PhD in Work and Health provides an interdisciplinary platform for investigating these issues as they relate to safe, healthy work environments and to achieving a work-life balance. You can register in any of the academic units in AHS and access courses and resources across the Faculty, including dissertation committee members, to add different perspectives to your research. Find out more: Work and Health program details