Why Hire U of T Health Studies Graduates?

The U of T Health Studies program offers a unique examination of the social, biological, medical, political, economic, and ethical aspects of health. Students in this program learn by using a multidisciplinary approach to examine numerous factors that have an impact on the health of individuals and communities in Canada and globally.

In small, highly interactive classes, students explore the determining factors of health and forces that drive health care policy. In order to accommodate the particular interests of the students while maintaining standard academic core of courses, each student is involved in tailoring the program to his or her needs.

A Strong Focus on Research

An important component of the program is centred on learning the basis and methods of performing research. Students in the specialist stream complete a research project, which usually takes two years and culminates in an undergraduate research thesis. The research projects are conducted locally and, for some students, also have an international component.

Health Studies Co-op Program

Exceptional students, specially selected through stringent admission criteria, participate in the U of T Scarborough co-op program in Health Studies. Two 4-month paid work terms alternate with study terms, providing a strong grounding in practical work experience in health and health-related private, research, and public institutions.

Expertise Developed

• Ability to assess individual and community needs
• Communication and interpersonal skills including writing scientific reports
• Ability to compare and contrast ideas and information
• Skill in conducting software data analysis
• Ability to interpret trends based on research and analyze large volumes of data
• Capacity to prepare tests and statistical reports
• Ability to use survey research methods
• Ability to synthesize complex data information

Jobs for Which Our Graduates Are Ready

The multidisciplinary approach to health studies prepares students for a variety of academic and career opportunities. Given the strong emphasis on research, our graduates have outstanding credentials for research in health sciences.

Health education specialist Health services manager Nutritional scientist Public policy analyst

Community development worker Health care consultant Wellness program coordinator Nutritionist

Research assistant Public health planner Health reports analyst Technical writer

Enrolment Bachelors: 168 Annual Graduates Bachelors: 13

Did You Know? The Centre for Urban Health Initiatives at the University of Toronto facilitates research placements for Health Studies students with various academic and community organizations and policy partners.

Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Organizations Recruiting at the Career Centre Baylis Medical Company, Canadian Diabetes Association, Cancer Care Ontario, Mount Sinai, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, Toronto General Hospital PDF Version Click here for PDF Version of this document. (Note: You will need Acrobat Reader Version 7)

Updated, November 2010