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University Pedagogy in Health Sciences (Graduate Diploma)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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University Pedagogy in Health Sciences (Graduate Diploma) at Université Laval in Québec, Canada is a postgraduate diploma in Education & Teaching programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered fully online.

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Education & Teaching
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Online

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Diplome d'etudes superieures specialisees (DESS) in University Pedagogy in Health Sciences at Universite Laval is a 30-credit graduate diploma focused on pedagogy applied to health-science education, covering initial teacher training and continuing professional development for health-profession educators. The curriculum examines teaching and learning within health programs, including competency-based program design, pedagogical methods, and evaluation practices. The diploma is completed in about one year of full-time study, or up to four years part-time, and is delivered online, allowing health educators across regions to complete it while working. Admission is offered for the Fall and Winter terms. The program is intended for practicing clinicians and health-science instructors who teach in university or clinical-education settings and want formal training in pedagogy rather than clinical content.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a health-sciences discipline, or an equivalent diploma, is required, along with a program or graduation GPA of at least 3.00 on the 4.33 scale. Non-francophone applicants must achieve a TCF score of at least 600 out of 699 with at least 14 out of 20 on the written-expression component, or complete equivalent coursework. Understanding of written English is also required.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université Laval

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does University Pedagogy in Health Sciences (Graduate Diploma) award?

Université Laval awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Education & Teaching on completion of this programme.

How long does University Pedagogy in Health Sciences (Graduate Diploma) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can University Pedagogy in Health Sciences (Graduate Diploma) be studied online?

Yes — the programme is delivered fully online.

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