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Before you apply

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Health is a 4-year degree program that requires 60.0 total units of coursework. There are 2 application pathways to the program. 

Applying with post-secondary experience

You can transfer into the program after completing at least 27.0 to 30.0 units of first- and second-year coursework from the ̽��ϵ�� (UVic) or another post-secondary institution. Remaining credits are earned through a mix of online core and area of focus courses, and an elective course (online or in-person), once you are admitted to the program in your third year.

Applying from high school

There is no direct pathway into the Public Health program from high school. Instead, you must first apply to Social Sciences and then transfer into Public Health, usually after 2 years of study at UVic.

Admission requirements

All applicants who meet the criteria for admission to UVic will be reviewed according to the School of Public Health and Social Policy (PHSP) criteria, including:

• grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 (B-) on the most recent 12 units of study
• letter of intent
• CV/resume
• other considerations, including professional experience and community service

Required documents

In addition to the documents outlined below, you have the option of submitting other documents that provide evidence of suitability (e.g., a writing sample).

Transcripts

You must submit transcripts that show the following:

• high school completion (or equivalent)
• all previously attended post-secondary institutions
  • note: failure to disclose previous studies may result in your admission and registration being cancelled

Please upload unofficial copies of your transcripts with your online application. Official copies are only required if you are offered a place in the program.

Learn more about submitting transcripts to UVic.

Letter of intent

Your letter of intent is an opportunity to show us how you stand out among other applicants. Make sure the letter covers the following points:

• your preferred area of focus
  • you may change your area of focus once admitted, subject to individual planning with the PHSP adviser
• your purpose for seeking a BA in Public Health
• how the degree relates to your experience, future goals and career plans
• whether you are applying for full-time or part-time studies

Letters must not exceed 2 pages in length, double spaced with standard 12-point font and 1-inch margins. 

CV/resume

Your resume should include relevant information under these headings:

• skills
• previous education
• employment experience
• volunteer experience
• awards received

Resumes and CVs must not exceed 3 pages in length, double spaced with standard 12-point font and 1-inch margins.

Transferring to Public Health

We will consider the admission of transfer students who have completed course work at another recognized post-secondary institution, as per UVic's transfer credit policies.

Block transfers

Some academic certificate or diploma programs may be eligible for block credit; this does not include vocational or professional development credentials.

We currently hold 18 block transfer agreements with the following colleges and universities across British Columbia:

• British Columbia Institute of Technology
• Camosun College
• Coast Mountain College
• College of New Caledonia
• College of the Rockies
• Douglas College
• Langara College
• North Island College
• Northern Lights College
• Okanagan College
• Vancouver Island University

To see if your program is eligible for a block transfer to UVic, search the BC Transfer Guide block transfer database using “public health” as the program.

Course-to-course transfers

If your program isn't listed in the block transfer database, you can use the BC Transfer Guide to see if you can transfer credit for individual courses toward the BA in Public Health program.

Apply online

Before applying:

• follow the steps in the application wizard to determine your application type
• check out the requirements and deadlines that apply to you
• make sure you have all your supporting documents ready
• determine if you need to provide proof of English proficiency

If you are a new student to UVic, you must apply through the application service.

If you are a current or returning UVic student (including one who wishes to switch programs), you can apply through My UVic application.