Public Health in Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership Master of Social Work
Saint Mary's College of CaliforniaProgram Overview
The Public Health in Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership Master of Social Work at The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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 Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership Master of 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health in Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership Master of 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
- Intro to Public Health Systems & Population-Based Health Programs
- Intermediate Statistical Analysis I
- Intermediate Statistical Analysis II
- Fundamentals of Environmental Health
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Social & Behavioral Sciences Core
- Integrative Experience
- Writing Reviewing Research
- Health Economics
- Fundamentals of MCH I: Issues, Programs & Policies
- Fundamentals of MCH II: Application of Essential MCH Skills
- Strategic Management in Public Health
- Social Work in Public Health
- Social Work course to be counted toward total MPH hours
- Human Behavior in Social Environs
- Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students who choose the coordinated degree plan will be required to first secure admission to the UA School of Social Work (for the MSW) and, at the end of the first semester, to apply separately to the UAB School of Public Health, Department of Health Care Organization & Policy (for the MPH). Acceptance in the MSW program does not automatically ensure acceptance into the MPH program and vice versa.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, United States
Saint Mary's College of Californiais aprivateCatholic college inMoraga, California, United States. Established in 1863, it is administered by theDe La Salle Brothers. The college offers...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
