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Public Health (MPH)

University of Otago
Information last verified July 2026
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Tuition EUR 21,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Deadline Dec, 2026
Delivery On-campus
Location Dunedin City, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Public Health (MPH) at University of Otago is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 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 (MPH) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 21,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  6. Location: Dunedin, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Public Health (MPH) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) on the advice of the Academic Board of the Faculty of Medicine, which must be satisfied that the applicant has the ability and experience to proceed to the programme.
  • Every applicant must have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
  • have been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health;
  • have been awarded an equivalent public health diploma or degree as approved by the Faculty of Medicine;

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    EUR 21,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

    Tuition fees: EUR 21,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of Otago 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 Otago

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    University of Otago

    Dunedin City, New Zealand

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline Dec, 2026
    • Start Date Feb, 2027
    • Language English
    • Duration 12 months
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