Bachelor of One Health

Application Fees: CAD $ 90

Academic Requirements: The university generally requires a minimum average grade of 80% or higher in the final year of high school or the overall average for all completed high school years. However, specific program requirements may vary, and some programs may have higher admission standards.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: An overall band score of 6.5, with no individual band score less than 6.
• TOEFL: A minimum score of 89 on the internet-based test (iBT).
• PTE: A minimum score of 60 on the Pearson Test of English.
• DET: A minimum score of 110 on the Duolingo English Test.

The University of Guelph offers various scholarships and financial aid opportunities to support international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

International Student Entrance Scholarships: The university offers a range of entrance scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and are available to students entering undergraduate programs. The value of these scholarships varies, and some are renewable for subsequent years of study.

President's Scholarships for International Students: These prestigious scholarships are awarded to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership potential, and involvement in extracurricular activities. The recipients of the President's Scholarships receive a significant financial award to support their studies.

International Student Bursaries: The university provides bursaries to international students who demonstrate financial need. These bursaries are intended to assist students who may face financial challenges in pursuing their education. The amount of the bursary is based on individual financial circumstances.

College-Specific Scholarships: Some colleges within the University of Guelph offer scholarships specifically for international students enrolled in their programs. These scholarships may be based on academic performance, community involvement, or other criteria specific to the college or program of study.

External Scholarships: The University of Guelph encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities available through government agencies, foundations, and organizations. The university provides information and resources to assist students in finding and applying for these external scholarships.

It's important to note that the eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and availability of scholarships may vary. The university's scholarship selection committees evaluate applicants based on their academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, leadership potential, and other specific criteria.

Graduating with a Bachelor of One Health from the University of Guelph opens up diverse and rewarding career opportunities at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. 

Public Health Officer: Graduates can pursue careers as public health officers, working with government agencies, public health organizations, or non-profit organizations to develop and implement policies and programs aimed at promoting health, preventing disease, and improving health equity in communities. They may focus on areas such as disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, health education, and community engagement.

Veterinarian: For those passionate about animal health, careers as veterinarians offer opportunities to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases in animals, as well as to promote animal welfare and public health. Graduates may work in private veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research laboratories, government agencies, or non-profit organizations, providing clinical care, conducting research, or working in public health and regulatory roles.

Environmental Health Specialist: Graduates can work as environmental health specialists, assessing and managing environmental factors that affect human and animal health. They may work for government agencies, environmental consulting firms, or non-profit organizations, conducting environmental assessments, monitoring air and water quality, investigating environmental health hazards, and developing strategies to mitigate environmental risks and protect public health.

Wildlife Conservationist: For those interested in wildlife and ecosystem health, careers as wildlife conservationists offer opportunities to protect and conserve wildlife populations and their habitats. Graduates may work for conservation organizations, government agencies, research institutes, or zoos, conducting field research, habitat restoration, and community outreach initiatives to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable ecosystem management.

One Health Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as One Health researchers, conducting interdisciplinary research to understand and address complex health challenges at the interface of human, animal, and environmental health. They may work in academic institutions, research organizations, or government agencies, conducting studies on zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, ecosystem health, food safety, or climate change impacts on health.

Epidemiologist: Graduates may work as epidemiologists, studying patterns of disease occurrence and transmission in human and animal populations to inform public health interventions and policies. They may work for health departments, research institutions, or international organizations, conducting epidemiological studies, analyzing data, and providing evidence-based recommendations to prevent and control infectious diseases and other health threats.

Food Safety Specialist: Graduates can work as food safety specialists, ensuring the safety and quality of food products throughout the food production and supply chain. They may work for food manufacturers, regulatory agencies, or inspection services, conducting food safety audits, developing food safety protocols, and investigating foodborne illness outbreaks to protect public health and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Global Health Advocate: With a focus on addressing global health disparities and promoting health equity, graduates can pursue careers as global health advocates, working with international organizations, NGOs, or advocacy groups to advocate for policies and programs that improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations worldwide. They may focus on issues such as access to healthcare, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, or infectious disease control in low-resource settings.