Program Overview
The Health Science-Social Factors in Health at Johns Hopkins 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 Science-Social Factors in 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 50,640 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Science-Social Factors in 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
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Epidemiologic Methods
- Statistical Methods in Public Health
- Research Design in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Concepts in Qualitative Research for Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Intro. to Community-based Participatory Research: Principles and Methods
- Ethnographic Fieldwork
- MHS in Social Factors Seminar \x96 (1 unit per term, 6 terms total)
- Research Ethics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online application
- Official transcripts\xc2\xa0from EVERY college-level institution you attended (academic records\xc2\xa0from institutions outside the U.S.\xc2\xa0must undergo a\xc2\xa0credentials evaluation).
- Standardized test score\xc2\xa0(GRE most universally accepted)
- English proficiency test score\xc2\xa0(TOEFL or IELTS), if applicable
- Three letters of recommendation
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Personal statement
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 50,640 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 50,640 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Johns Hopkins 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 Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States
Johns Hopkins 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 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months