Professor Dr. Yan Kestens
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Biography
Yan Kestens is a Professor in the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine at the University of Montreal. He holds the CIHR Applied Public Health Chair in Urban Interventions and Population Health. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Urban Planning from Laval University and a postdoctoral fellowship in Spatial Epidemiology at the University of Montreal. Kestens's research focuses on urban health, actively studying how urban environments affect public health, including themes like active mobility, environmental accessibility, food environments, aging, and mental health. He is involved in various interdisciplinary projects investigating the spatial dimensions of health and the impact of urban interventions on community well-being. His recent work includes leading the Canadian COHESION study, analyzing how social determinants influence health during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has received multiple accolades including the CIHR Applied Public Health Chair (2014-2019) and is actively involved in teaching and student supervision at the graduate level.
Research Interests
Requirements for University of Montreal
Master Program
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GPA Requirement
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Prerequisites
Application Checklist
- Official transcripts
- Birth certificate
- Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
- CV/Resume
- Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes
Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.