Career outcome for graduate students (MSc and PhD)

What happens after you graduate?

One year after our master's and doctoral students graduate, the Faculty of Health conducts a survey. These surveys are essential tools for gathering valuable insights and data from our alumni about their career journeys. Through these surveys, we also assess their preparedness and confidence in entering their chosen fields. As the University of Waterloo, the insights gained from these surveys help us tailor our programs and resources more effectively, ensuring that our graduates are well-equipped to succeed in their professional endeavors.

Examples of job titles 

(MSc and PhD graduates from 2024)

  • Wellness manager
  • Decision support and eHealth lead
  • Epidemiologist
  • Research analyst 
  • Technical lead
  • Registered midwife
  • Postdoctoral fellow

Examples of alumni employers

  • Public Health Agency Canada
  • Six Nations Health Services
  • McMaster University
  • International Centre for Diarrhoreal Disease Research
  • Health Canada
  • Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
  • Canadian Institute of Health

Testimonials

You need a master's now - undergraduate degrees are not enough. I wanted a career in health and working with older adults which is why I picked this program.

Alumni survey participant

This program has helped me get the job I always wanted; without this degree I would not be doing what I am today.

MSc Public Health and Health Systems participant

I really enjoyed that the School of Public Health Sciences was filled with grad students from various backgrounds. It allowed me to learn about various perspectives on the same topic. I also felt very supported by my supervisor during my time at the School.

Alumni survey participant