MSc Public Health

Master of Science in Public Health

M.Sc (Public Health) or Master of Science in Public Health is a Post-Graduate Hospital and Health Care Management course. The science and art of avoiding disease, extending life, and promoting health via coordinated efforts and educated decisions of society, organizations, public and private, communities, and people are referred to as public health.

The Master of Science in Public Health program typically lasts two academic years, however, this varies per institute and may be offered part-time by some. The Master of Science in Public Health curriculum is organized into four semesters. Many institutes around the country offer the Public Health degree program. Candidates who complete the Public Health course can find a variety of careers in a variety of settings based on their skills.

M.Sc (Public Health) Eligibility

• Candidates should have completed their Bachelor of Science degree or any other equivalent qualification in the Science stream under any registered University.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or its equivalent in their Bachelor's.

M.Sc (Public Health) Syllabus

Syllabus of Public Health course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc (Public Health) Colleges      

• Career Point University, Kota
• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham - Coimbatore Campus, Coimbatore

M.Sc (Public Health) Course Suitability

• Communication skills, collaboration, numerical data handling competence, and information technology expertise are required.
• Students that are interested in Public Health and have problem-solving, research, assessment, and analytical abilities are the best candidates.
• They should have some public health knowledge, skills, or experience. They should also be able to carry out particular public health actions under supervision or recognize the importance of public health from a broader perspective.
• Those who want to teach at a higher level, such as college and university, at both private and public institutions, can do so as well.

How is the M.Sc (Public Health) Course Beneficial?

• They can also work for pharmaceutical corporations or health insurance providers.
• They can work in a range of settings, such as public health agencies, community clinics, academic or research institutions, community-based groups, biotechnology corporations, or disease control centers.
• They have several career options in the health department, including food safety inspectors, health educators, policy analysts, epidemiologists, and others.
• Those with solid academic records can work as researchers at universities or research institutions.

M.Sc (Public Health) Employment Areas

• Community Healthcare Centres
• Government / Private Hospitals
• Hospital Administration
• Medical Centres
• Private Clinics
• Research & Medical Colleges / Universities

M.Sc (Public Health) Job Types

• Health Advisory Staff
• Health & Public Services Lead
• Medical Officer
• Public Health Manager / Public Relations Officer
• Research Scientist
• Teacher, Lecturer & Professor