Bachelor Of Health Administration (Honours) (DHD) at Ontario Tech University - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-07-11

Program overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Health Administration (Honours) is designed to equip students with essential leadership and management skills necessary for the dynamic and rapidly growing health care sector. This full-time undergraduate program prepares graduates for a career in health care administration, focusing on the organization and delivery of health services. Students will learn to address current and emerging challenges in health care, ensuring they are well-prepared to work in various operational, management, finance, and planning roles within the health sector. The program emphasizes the importance of an integrated health system that enhances patient outcomes and improves efficiencies across the continuum of care.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Health Administration (Honours) program is structured to be completed in four years of full-time study. Key features of the program include:

Experiential learning through a 120-hour practicum placement in the final year, allowing students to gain practical experience in a real-world setting.
In-class delivery method, providing a traditional learning environment.
Start dates in September, aligning with the academic calendar.
Open to high school graduates and diploma-prepared health care workers, ensuring a diverse student body.

This comprehensive structure ensures that students not only acquire theoretical knowledge but also develop practical skills that are crucial for success in the health administration field.

Featured Experiences

The Bachelor of Health Administration program offers several unique features that enhance the learning experience:

Practicum Placement: A mandatory 120-hour practicum in the final year allows students to apply their knowledge in a professional setting.
Experiential Learning: Students confront the relationship between theory and practice, fostering personal and professional development.
Networking Opportunities: Students have the chance to connect with industry professionals during their practicum, which can lead to future employment opportunities.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Health Administration (Honours) program can pursue a variety of career paths in the health care sector, including:

Health Care Administrator: Oversee operations in hospitals or clinics, ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance with regulations.
Policy Analyst: Work in public or non-profit sectors to develop and analyze health policies that impact community health.
Health Services Manager: Manage specific departments within health organizations, focusing on improving patient care and operational efficiency.
Quality Assurance Coordinator: Ensure that health services meet established standards and regulations, enhancing patient safety and care quality.
Research Coordinator: Support health research initiatives, managing projects that aim to improve health outcomes and service delivery.

These roles highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, emphasizing the importance of health administration in the evolving health care landscape.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-11

Program overview

Academic Requirements

When applying for the Bachelor of Health Administration (Honours) program, it is essential to meet specific Academic Requirements. Here are the key points to consider:

Minimum GPA: A minimum GPA requirement is not explicitly mentioned, but students are encouraged to maintain a competitive academic record.
International Students:
- Vietnamese Students: Applicants must submit their Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma – Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Phổ Thông Trung Học, along with their academic transcript indicating all subjects taken and grades achieved. If documents are in a language other than English, notarized literal English translations are required.
- Other Asian Students: Similar requirements apply, including the submission of academic transcripts and graduation certificates, with notarized translations if necessary.
Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
Prerequisite Courses: Specific prerequisite courses are not detailed, but students should ensure they meet the general requirements for the program.
Application Deadline: While a specific deadline is not provided, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration for the program.

For any clarifications or support regarding the application process, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to assist you!

English Language Proficiency Requirements

If you are from a country where English is not the first language of instruction, you must demonstrate English proficiency to be eligible for admission. You can demonstrate proficiency with one of the following:

Formal Full-Time Study in English

Successfully completing at least three years of formal, full-time study (no less than three academic level courses per semester) at a secondary or post-secondary institution where the language of instruction and examination is English. The minimum three-year requirement does not include time enrolled in an English as a Second Language program or an unapproved English for Academic Purposes program.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Enrolling in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at our English Language Centre (ELC). In collaboration with university departments and faculties, the ELC delivers a high-quality, focused English program for you to be able to seamlessly enter your undergraduate program of choice at the university. The ELC curriculum will place you in relevant language-learning contexts and real-life situations, and will provide you with opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed in post-secondary education and in a multicultural world.

English Test

Ontario Tech will accept the following English tests with the minimum scores listed. Please note that the test date must be within two years of the desired start date and results must be sent to Ontario Tech Admissions directly from the provider unless they can be verified online.

Cambridge English - Advanced: Minimum score of 180 with no band lower than 170.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Minimum score of 70 with no sub-score below 60.
Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 120 (Education and Nursing programs require a total score of 130).
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score less than 6.0 (Education and Nursing programs require an overall score of 7.0).
Oxford ELLT (Digital or Global): Minimum score of 7 (Education and Nursing programs require a score of 8).
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Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum score of 58.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Internet-based test (iBT) with a total score of 83 (Education and Nursing programs require a total score of 87), and minimum scaled scores of Listening: 20; Reading: 20; Speaking: 19; and Writing: 20. The university's TOEFL code is 7178. TOEFL iBT Home Edition results are also considered acceptable. Paper-delivered test results will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Additional Options

Applicants who are following the IB curriculum can satisfy their English language proficiency (ELP) requirements by presenting an IB certificate or diploma with a minimum grade of 4 in IB English A.
Enrolling in an EAP program with one of our partner institutions.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!