Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours) (1386C) (Co-op)

The Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (BEPH) is an honours four-year degree program (including one co-op term) accredited by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI). Grounded in the “One Health” framework, the program focuses on disease prevention, environmental risk exposure and assessment, toxicology, epidemiology, and public health advocacy. Students use technology—including inspection management systems—and engage in experiential learning to build critical thinking, leadership, and inter-professional skills. Graduates are prepared for public and private sector careers as Environmental Public Health Professionals (EPHPs).

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 70.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 88.0

• PTE: 58.0

• Duolingo: 120

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.