Program Overview
The Public Health at University of Southern Denmark 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Denmark 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 10,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Esbjerg, Denmark
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 in the 21st Century,
- Public Health Policy and Administration
- Applied Biostatistics
- Public Health Ethics
- Health Measurement Scales
- Evaluation,
- Advanced Epidemiology
- Health Promotion Planning
- Health Communication
- The State of Global Health
- Harmonisation, Sovereignty, Diversity and Global Health
- Change and Knowledge Management, The Economics of Prevention in Health
- Risk Theory, Assessment and Governance, Health and Safety Management
- Elective modules within Health Promotion, Global Health, Risk Research, Health Economics and Management, Research Methods etc. Student internship or studies abroad
- Master\x92s thesis within a topic of the chosen specialisation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To apply for the Master\'s programme in Public Health, you need a relevant Bachelor\'s degree. You can apply if you hold one of the following degrees:
- Public Health
- Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Sports Science
- Human Biology
- Dentistry
- Biomedicine
- Pharmacy
- Health Promotion
- Psychology
You can also apply if you hold a Professional Bachelor\'s degree in:
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Ergonomics
- Radiography
- Nutrition
- Midwife
- Biomedical laboratory technician
- Global Nutrition and Health
- Teacher with main subject/specialization within sports/health
If you hold a similar Bachelor\'s or Professional Bachelor\'s degree, the Faculty will assess the relevance of your degree once you have applied.
If you cannot document health-related and scientifically based knowledge within biostatistics, epidemiology and theory of science, you have to complete a supplementary course of maximum 15 ECTS after admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern Denmark 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 Southern Denmark
University of Southern Denmark
Odense, Denmark
University of Southern Denmark is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
-
International Public Health
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine -
International Public Health (Humanitarian Assistance)
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine -
International Public Health (Sexual and Reproductive Health)
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine -
Public Health (MPH)
The University of the West Indies