University of Alberta

Why Apply?

Careers in Public Health

We’re focused on delivering programs that will prepare you for a diverse and exciting career in Canadian and international settings. In a recent survey, we asked our graduates* what they're up to. Here's what they told us.

Results from the Graduate Employment Survey, class of 2014.

Where do you work?

Here are examples of organizations employing our recent graduates:

  • Alberta health Services
  • Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region
  • Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre
  • SNC Lavalin
  • Somerset West Community Health Centre
  • South Calgary Primary Care Network
  • St. Michael's Hospital
  • Thunder Bay District Health Unit
  • Timiskaming Health Unit
  • University of Alberta
  • University of British Columbia
  • University of Lethbridge
  • University of Ottawa
  • WalMart
  • Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
  • World Federation of Hemophilia

What’s your job title?

Some of our recent graduates hold these positions:

  • Analyst
  • Faculty member
  • Community development coordinator
  • Health promotion specialist
  • Consultant
  • Postdoctoral fellow
  • Project manager
  • Research coordinator
  • Program Manager
  • Health economist
  • Environmental health officer

This information reflects aggregate responses to our Graduate Employment Surveys of the classes of 2011-2015. The survey was administered to all graduates of all degree programs and specializations.

Want to learn more? Visit Who are our Alumni and read our News.

Educational Office Contact

P: 780-492-8211
F: 780-492-0364
E: sph.programs@ualberta.ca

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