Overview

Bachelor of Public Health at Cape Breton University you gain the ability to make a difference in a real community using modern facilities, working alongside experienced faculty.

Key facts

Specifically, the public health program at CBU focuses on environmental health.

This segment of public health centres on keeping people healthy in the places they live, work and play.

With an eclectic community coming from more than 50 countries collaborating and studying together in an island setting, health sciences in Cape Breton is a rich area for discovery.

Streams

Stream One is the four-year option that a student graduating from high school, or someone without post-secondary education, could take.

Stream Two is an accelerated two year option for students with a previous science degree or a similar degree/diploma.

Stream Three is an in-career option available only to military workers seeking a degree. These military workers must be certified by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Evaluate safety hazards and mitigate risks.

Sharpen interpersonal skills through presentations.

Interpret and apply government legislation.

Possible Career Paths

Environmental health officer/public health inspector

Occupational health and safety coordinator/safety consultant

Food quality/HACCP coordinator

Occupational health and safety/labour inspector

Accreditation

Accredited by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors in Canada

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Municipal Services

Public Health Law

Anatomy & Physiology

Public Health Inspection

Food Quality

Emergency Preparedness

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

60 to 120

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Canada

Disciplines

Public Health View 94 other Bachelors in Public Health in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

English 12 (academic or advanced)

Math 12 (academic or advanced)

2 Science 12 level (chemistry is required & physics is recommended)

1 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level course

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

90832 CAD / year

≈ 90832 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

36900 CAD / year

≈ 36900 CAD / year

Additional Details

NS Students $36,900

Living costs

Sydney

Canada

1080 - 1710 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Key facts

Streams

What skills will I gain from this program?

Possible Career Paths

Accreditation

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sydney

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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