At York University in Toronto, Canada, BA/BS in Global Health is offered as a bachelor's degree in Politics & International Relations programme. The programme runs for 4 years.
Also offered as: Doctorate
At a glance
Degree:Bachelor's Degree
Field:Politics & International Relations
Duration: 4 years
We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Global Health examines the study and advancement of health and health equity worldwide, leading to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc). Students explore health challenges that cross borders, such as climate change, pandemics and chronic disease, and can concentrate their studies in areas including Global eHealth, Global Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Global Health Law, Policy and Governance, Global Health and the Environment, or Global Mental Health. Class sizes are small, with direct support from faculty. Both full-time and part-time study are available. The program suits students interested in public health, health policy or global development, preparing graduates for careers or further study in health systems, health promotion, policy analysis and international health organizations. Entry is available in the Fall term for first-year students, with no Winter or Summer intake.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Ontario Secondary School Diploma applicants need ENG4U plus five additional 4U or M courses, with an academic average in the mid-70s and a final academic average of at least 70% required to maintain the offer. The Bachelor of Science option additionally requires senior-level mathematics and a senior science course such as biology, chemistry or physics. Equivalent secondary-school requirements apply for other provinces and countries.
