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PhD of Health Sciences

University of Northern British Columbia

  • Prince George, Canada
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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University of Northern British Columbia campus

About the program

A health sciences degree with four specialization tracks.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Health Sciences. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Health Sciences Specialist
  • Health Sciences Research Assistant
  • Related Entry-Level Professional

Curriculum

  • Four tracks: Exercise Science/Strength and Conditioning
  • Pre-Physical Therapy (preparing for DPT applications)
  • A pre-professional track for athletic training
  • Occupational therapy
  • Chiropractic and physician assistant programmes
  • And Public Health. A five-year B.S. To M.S. Option exists in public health education and promotion.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution
  • Normally
  • GPA and other standards set by each programme
  • Prospective supervisor agreement
  • Three external assessment reports
  • UNBC English language requirement unless exempt.

Accepted academic background

Master degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution, Supervisor agreement.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 90
  • PTE Academic 65
  • IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

  1. Check programme requirements
  2. Intakes and deadlines ( Find a supervisor where the programme requires one ( Apply online at and pay the 153 CAD fee. Upload documents per (transcripts
  3. Referees
  4. English proof). If admitted
  5. Pay the 1
  6. 500 CAD graduate admission deposit (credited to tuition. MBA adds 2
  7. 000 CAD). Receive the Letter of Admission to apply for the study permit.

Other costs

Tuition per year$8,979 CAD
Application fee$153 CAD
Deposit$32,427 CAD

Program details

CampusPrince George
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Health Sciences
DepartmentHealth Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value24
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jan 2027

    62 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.