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PhD Health at York University

York University, Canada

Programme overview

This program focuses on examining the effects of health policies, health systems, healthcare programs, and related practices, norms, organization, and decision-making on health outcomes that are often inequitable. The MA and PhD in Health will stress the achievement of equity in health through policies, systems, practices and data analytics for improving social causes of inequity in health and the organization and delivery of health care.

Faculty: Faculty of Graduate Studies  |  Duration: 12 terms full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Programme components: Comprehensive examination(s) AND Dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum GPA: B+. English proficiency (minimum): Minimum TOEFL 100 (for tests taken prior to January 2026) or 5 (January 2026 and after); IELTS 7.5. Additional requirements: Official transcripts Statement of interest. Application deadlines: Deadline - Fall (All Applicants): 2026-12-01.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for Fall 2027 graduate admission open September 30, 2026; programme-specific deadlines are published by each graduate programme. The graduate application fee is $140 CAD, non-refundable, payable by Visa or MasterCard.

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