Program Overview
The Public Health Program at American University of Armenia is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, 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 Program programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Armenia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 6,442 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,108 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Yerevan, Armenia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health Program 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
- General Principles of Public Health Problem Solving
- Data Management Systems
- Inferential Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
- Social & Behavioral Sciences in Public Health
- Problem Investigation in Environmental Health
- Health Economics & Finance
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Survey Research Methods
- Biostatistics: Modeling & Sampling
- Intermediate Epidemiology
- Project Planning
- Masters Project Implementation
- Masters Project Implementation II
- Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission, an applicant must meet the AUA General Admission Requirements and the MPH Program Specific Requirements.
Applicants are expected to:
- Be graduates of a school of medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine or hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing, engineering, the natural or social sciences, or related fields and preferably have two years of practical experience in health care administration or public health service.
- Present a Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 79 on the Internet based TOEFL iBT, or a score of at least 6.5 on the IELTS. The test must have been taken in the two years prior to the application date.
- Present a score in at least the 50th percentile on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) quantitative section. Scores cannot be more than five years old at the time of application.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- The MPH program consists of a minimum of 64 credit units in required and elective coursework as specified by the program, plus the university-wide requirement of the one unit course in environmental sciences. In rare cases, a Certificate in Public Health can be awarded after satisfactory completion of the first year curriculum (Semester 1 and 2) and the approval of the Dean for those unable to complete the two-year program. In addition to completing the required curriculum, students must also fulfill all university requirements, including a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0. Only electives and courses specifically designated can be taken on a Pass/Fail basis.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,442 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,108 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,442 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,108 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact American University of Armenia 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 American University of Armenia
American University of Armenia
Yerevan, Armenia
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
