Program Overview
The General Public Health at The State University of New Jersey is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the General Public Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,157 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 772 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New Brunswick, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the General Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Health Systems and Policy
- Principles and Methods of Epidemiology
- Introduction to Environmental Health
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Health Education and Behavioral Science in Public Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Completed an accredited undergraduate program in the U.S. or its equivalent; and
- Demonstrated superior academic achievement in an appropriate discipline.
Applicants must submit:
- Application for Admission;
- Official Transcripts of all prior work;
- Letter of Intent, including statement of purpose for application to the program;
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation; and
- Application Fee.
International applicants must submit:
- TOEFL scores and WES evaluations.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,157 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 772 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,157 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 772 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 12 months