Program Overview
The Public Health at Benedictine University is a MPH 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 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
- Tuition: USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public 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
- Public Health Systems
- Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
- Health Policy
- Public Health Ethics
- Behavioral and Social Aspects of Public Health
- Environmental Health
- Methods of Research in Public Health
- Cultural Context of Health
- Biological Aspects of Public Health
- Management of Health Services Organizations
- Community Health Analysis
- Internship
- Public Health System
- Health Policy
- Management of Health Services Organizations
- Marketing of Health Services
- The Business of Healthcare
- Emergency Preparedness in Public Health
- Psychology and Sociology of Disasters
- Emergency Response and Recovery
- Behavioral and Social Aspects of Public Health
- Cultural Context of Health
- Public Health Education Methods
- Public Health Education Programs and Skills
- Marketing of Public Health
- Media, Technology and Public Health (Elective)
- Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
- Methods of Research in Public Health
- Applied Epidemiology
- Colleges and Schools (NCA).
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 2.75 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).
Students must have an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may be admitted on a provisional basis.
International students must complete evaluation by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) to assess prior learning in other countries as it compares to U.S. education.
All international students must demonstrate they have met the English proficiency requirements for the degree program to which they are applying. Students applying to graduate programs must meet one of the following requirements:
- TOEFL Paper Based Test: 550
- TOEFL Internet Based Test: 78
- IELTS Exam: 6.0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Benedictine 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 Benedictine University
Benedictine University
Lisle, United States
Benedictine 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months