Program Overview
The Public Health in Health Promotion at University of South Carolina is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 26 months, delivered Online. 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 in Health Promotion 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: 26 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health in Health Promotion 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
- Approaches and Concepts for Health Administration
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Concepts of Environmental Health Science
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Concepts and Methods in Health Promotion
- Theoretical Foundations of Health Promotion
- Planning Health Promotion Programs
- Health Promotion Research Methods
- Evaluation of Health Promotion Programs
- Community Health Development
- Race, Ethnicity, and Health: Examining Health Inequalities
- Consumer Health in Contemporary Society
- Applied Health Communication
- Public Health Practicum Seminar
- Public Health Practicum Fieldwork
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 3 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).
- Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools and colleges previously attended, including non-degree courses taken
- Grade point average of 3.00/4.00 or higher
- Satisfactory GRE scores within last five years [the average GRE (combined verbal and quantitative, new version) for incoming students is approximately 300]. Applicants may request that significant prior professional experience be considered in lieu of the GRE. Such requests must be made in a document separate from the letter of intent, providing detailed description of the relevant professional experience indicative of potential for success in the MPH program. These requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- Three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources
- A letter of intent which describes professional goals and objectives, and how the applicant became interested in the field of health promotion, education, and behavior.
- Current resume.
- Minimum of two years post-baccalaureate health-related professional experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 24,891 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Carolina 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 University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Columbia, United States
University of South Carolina is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2021-09-17
- Start Date 2017-10-17
- Language English
- Duration 26 months