Program Overview
The Health Education at Hofstra University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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 Education 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Hempstead, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Education 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 and Disease Issues
- Mental Health Issues for Health Educators
- Human Sexuality and Family Life Education
- Substance Abuse and Misuse
- Nutrition/Fitness
- Media Literacy and Consumer Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements
Application for admission to the Master of Science in Health Education programs in the Department of Specialized Programs in Education is made to the Graduate Admission Office. Admission decisions are based on a comprehensive review of the following:
- Completed application form.
- Interview with the program director.
- Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended with a minimum 2.75 grade point average. Upon the recommendation of the program director, students with a grade point average lower than 2.75 may be admitted by meeting one or more of the following criteria:
- Complete 12 probationary graduate credits maintaining a minimum of 3.0 grade point average.
- The GRE may be required of those students with lower than a 2.5 grade point average.
- Candidates applying to Track I must provide proof of valid initial/professional New York state certification.
- Written personal statement describing the candidate\xc2\x92s goals in the teaching profession and in Health Education.
- Two letters of reference that address the candidate\xc2\x92s potential to succeed in the teaching profession and graduate studies.
The department understands that any single criterion may not reliably predict a candidate\xc2\x92s potential for success in a graduate program. Consequently, candidates are welcome to apply if they do not meet one of the criteria but feel that other aspects of their experience may compensate.
Health Prerequisites
Students are required to have a minimum of 12 credits in health-related content, including:
- One course in human biology or anatomy and physiology.
- One course (or certificate) in safety and first aid including CPR.
- One or more courses in one of the following: general psychology, child psychology, adolescent psychology, sociology, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, measurement and evaluation or another equivalent course.
These courses can be met by courses completed at the undergraduate or graduate level at any approved institution of higher education. The student will have met these health-related content courses with a minimum grade of B. This requirement will be determined at the initial interview with the department adviser.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hofstra 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 Hofstra University
Hofstra University
Hempstead, United States
Hofstra 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months