Program Overview
The Public Health and Social Work at Boston University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 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 Public Health and Social Work 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health and Social Work 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
- CP 806 Theory and Practice with LGBTQ Populations (3 cr)
- CP 809 Alcoholism and Drug Abuse: Identification and Early Intervention (3 cr)
- HB 720 Human Behavior in the Social Environment (3 cr)
- HB 741 Family Violence in Society (3 cr)
- HB 743 Social Work with Refugees and Immigrants (3 cr)
- HB 749 Social Perspectives on Health and Illness (3 cr)
- MP 783 Planning and Program Development (3 cr)
- SR 906 Qualitative Research Methods (4 cr)
- WP 700 Social Welfare Policy I: Conceptions, Scope, History & Philosophies of Social Welfare (3 cr)
- WP 701 Social Welfare Policy II: Contemporary Social Policy Analysis (3 cr)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston 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 Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
Boston 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- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months