Overview

The Population Health (PhD) program at the University of Ottawa is offered through the School of Epidemiology and Public Health within the Faculty of Medicine. This interdisciplinary doctoral program focuses on advancing research in population health, emphasizing the social, environmental, and biological determinants of health. Objectives include developing expertise in epidemiological methods, health policy analysis, and biostatistics to address public health challenges. Unique features include a bilingual (English-French) learning environment, integration of Indigenous health perspectives, and opportunities for collaborative research with national health agencies.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in health research, policy development, and public health practice. Common career paths include academic positions, roles in government health departments, international organizations, and non-profit health agencies, with strong demand for expertise in evidence-based health interventions.

Key Faculty/Staff

The program is led by renowned researchers in epidemiology and public health, including experts in chronic disease prevention, health equity, and global health. Faculty members often hold positions with organizations like the Public Health Agency of Canada and contribute to national health surveillance initiatives.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities at the University of Ottawa's Institute of Population Health, including advanced data analysis labs and simulation centers. Key partnerships include collaborations with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), and international networks for population health studies, providing funding and fieldwork opportunities.