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BA/BS in Health & Society

York University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #322 =

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BA/BS in Health & Society is a bachelor's degree in Health Informatics programme offered by York University in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Health Informatics
Duration: 4 years

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: futurestudents.yorku.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Health & Society is a Bachelor of Arts (BA) exploring how health and illness are shaped by social, cultural, political and economic factors. Students examine how health systems function, how health policy is created, and how different communities experience health and healing, combining perspectives from sociology, policy studies and the health sciences with case studies of health systems in Canada and internationally. Both full-time and part-time study are available. The program suits students interested in health policy, community health or health systems work, preparing graduates for careers or further study in health administration, public health, policy analysis and community health services. Entry is available in the Fall, Winter and Summer terms for both first-year and upper-year students, with intake open across all three terms of the academic year.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario Secondary School Diploma applicants need ENG4U plus five additional 4U or M courses, with an academic average in the low-to-mid 70s and a final academic average of at least 70% required to maintain the offer. International Baccalaureate applicants need a minimum IB diploma score of 28 points. University transfer applicants need an overall average of at least 2.3 on a 4-point scale. Equivalent secondary-school requirements apply for other provinces and countries.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About York University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1959
Students: 53,500
QS rank: #322 =
Programs: 328
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Health & Society award?

York University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Health Informatics on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Health & Society take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

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