Program Overview
The Public Health (Specialization in Public Health Practice) at University of Florida 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 (Specialization in Public Health Practice) 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 585 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health (Specialization in Public Health Practice) 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
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Statistical Methods for Health Science I
- Environmental Health Concepts in Public Health
- Psychological, Behavioral, and Social Issues in Public Health
- US Health Care System (or PHC 6102 Introduction to Public Health Administrative Systems)
- Seminar in Contemporary Public Health Issues
- Introduction to Management of Health Service Organization
- Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
- Epidemiology of Chronic Diseases
- Epidemiology and Biology of HIV/AIDS
- Evidence-based Management of Public Health Programs
- Public Health Program Planning
- Public Health Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response
- Ecology of HIV/AIDS in the Rural South
- Zoonotic Diseases in Humans and Animals
- Introduction to Foodborne Diseases
- Community Assessment and Partnerships
- Fundamentals of Public Health Nutrition
- Health, Risk, and Crisis Communication in Public Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Complete the online application and pay the non-refundable application fee.
- Arrange to have official GRE test scores
- Arrange to have 3 Letters of Recommendation submitted.
- Submit your professional Statement of Purpose
- Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 585 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 585 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Florida 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 Florida
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Gainesville, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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