Explore Public Health and Epidemiology

Langara College’s Health Sciences program offers a comprehensive education designed to improve human health at local, national, and global levels. This multidisciplinary program focuses on public health, a critical area of medicine that examines the causes of health variations within and between populations, aiming to reduce health inequity and inequality worldwide.

What You’ll Learn in the Health Sciences Program

At Langara, the Health Sciences program is grounded in epidemiology, the core science of public health. Students will learn to analyze population health, develop hypotheses, test them, and create evidence-based solutions to improve health outcomes. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, the program empowers students to evaluate interventions and promote public health practices that positively impact society.

Key Components of the Health Sciences Curriculum

1. Epidemiology in Public Health
   Epidemiology is central to the Health Sciences program. It provides students with the tools to identify health patterns, analyze health disparities, and implement interventions that enhance health outcomes at the population level. Students will gain experience in data collection, hypothesis testing, and the evaluation of health interventions based on solid evidence.

2. A Multidisciplinary Approach to Health
   The Health Sciences program draws from both arts and science disciplines to create a comprehensive understanding of health. Students will study subjects such as anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, geography, political science, chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, and statistics. This holistic approach is essential to understanding the many factors that influence public and population health.

3. Emerging Health Topics
   The program explores modern and critical issues in public health, including addiction, ecohealth, gender, race and racism, sexuality, indigeneity, and social justice. These topics address the growing understanding of how societal factors impact health and help shape policies that reduce health disparities across diverse communities.

4. Effective Communication in Health Sciences
   Health professionals must translate complex scientific research into accessible, actionable information. Langara’s program emphasizes the development of strong communication skills, preparing students to engage the public and advocate for healthier communities through clear, effective messaging.

Why Choose Langara’s Health Sciences Program?

Langara’s Health Sciences program provides a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to public health education. By focusing on epidemiology, social determinants of health, and global health issues, students are well-equipped to address both local and global health challenges.

Graduates leave with a broad understanding of health science principles, equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create and implement effective health interventions that target the root causes of health disparities.

Career Opportunities in Health Sciences

The Health Sciences program at Langara opens doors to a wide range of career paths, including:

• Epidemiologist: Research health patterns, manage disease outbreaks, and promote preventive health measures.

• Public Health Policy Analyst: Influence policy changes to improve public health systems and reduce health inequities.

• Health Educator: Design and implement educational programs focused on disease prevention and healthy living.

• Global Health Specialist: Work with international organizations to tackle global health challenges.

• Environmental Health Specialist: Focus on how environmental factors impact public health and develop strategies to reduce health risks.

Students also gain skills that can lead to careers in research, health advocacy, community outreach, nonprofit organizations, and more.