Program Overview
The Public Health in Nutrition at University of the Western Cape 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 Public Health in Nutrition programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa 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
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health in Nutrition 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
- Population Health and Develoment: A Primary Health
- Care Approach
- Measuring of Health and Disease Innfnaj
- Intermediate Epidemiology
- Management Strategies for the Public Health Services
- Public Health Nutrition: Policy and Programming
- Health Promotion for Public Health
- Micronutrient malnutrition
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Monitoring and Evaluation in Health and Developement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A four year intergrated BSc Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition or BSc (Hons) Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition with a Diploma in Hospital Dietetics or any other equivalent qualification approved by UWC Senate and Division Dietetics. All the afore-entioned degrees must have been passwith a minimum aggregate of 60%.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of the Western Cape
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
University of the Western Cape is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months