Program Overview
The Health Communication at Northwestern University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Health Communication 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 66,888 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Evanston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Communication 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
- How Interaction Works
- Proseminar
- The US Healthcare System
- Winter Quarter\tHuman-Computer Interaction
- Difficult Conversations in Care
- Engaging Patients in Healthcare
- Changing Health Behavior
- Internship/Practicum (independent study)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to build a strong and diverse class, we look for applicants who possess a number of key characteristics, including:
- clear rationale for pursuing the MS in Health Communication;
- strong interest in pursuing or continuing a career related to Health Communication;
- leadership, initiative, and impact which can be demonstrated in the application through professional achievements, extracurricular activities, and recommendation letters;
- strong interpersonal and communication skills as demonstrated through personal statement, recommendation letters and interview; and
- fit with the Northwestern approach to professional education as demonstrated through interview and personal statement.
In addition:
- A traditional healthcare or communications background is not required.
- The individual evaluation occurs within context of larger applicant pool.
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- There are no prerequisite courses for admission.
- Standardized test scores (such as GRE) are optional.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 66,888 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 66,888 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northwestern University 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 Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2025-07-18
- Start Date 2017-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
