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Public Health Sciences promote evidence-based practices in the field of health and quality of life, disease prevention and improvement of health systems. The Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences has a multidisciplinary approach and a global perspective. The programme offers two areas of specialisation; Public Health Epidemiology, and Health Promotion and Prevention.
The programme gives you the possibility to develop a scientific approach and a good theoretical understanding of Public Health Sciences as well as for the chosen specialisation in Public Health Epidemiology or Health Promotion and Prevention.
Both tracks include advanced studies in epidemiology, biostatistics as well as methods outcome evaluation of interventions. Common courses also include concepts and theories in Public Health Sciences, qualitative approaches and project management. The track in Public Health Epidemiology has a further focus on applied epidemiology in order to develop the skills to describe, analyse and reflect upon a variety of public health issues and to critically review epidemiological studies. For the track in Health Promotion and Prevention the emphasis lies on applying methods for health promotion and preventive actions in order to develop skills in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating health interventions at both individual and structural levels.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Public Health Sciences promote evidence-based practices in the field of health and quality of life, disease prevention and improvement of health systems. The Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences has a multidisciplinary approach and a global perspective. The programme offers two areas of specialisation; Public Health Epidemiology, and Health Promotion and Prevention.
The programme gives you the possibility to develop a scientific approach and a good theoretical understanding of Public Health Sciences as well as for the chosen specialisation in Public Health Epidemiology or Health Promotion and Prevention.
Both tracks include advanced studies in epidemiology, biostatistics as well as methods outcome evaluation of interventions. Common courses also include concepts and theories in Public Health Sciences, qualitative approaches and project management. The track in Public Health Epidemiology has a further focus on applied epidemiology in order to develop the skills to describe, analyse and reflect upon a variety of public health issues and to critically review epidemiological studies. For the track in Health Promotion and Prevention the emphasis lies on applying methods for health promotion and preventive actions in order to develop skills in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating health interventions at both individual and structural levels.
Admission Requirements
90+
6.5+
3+
62+
180+
Specific entry requirements
A bachelor's degree or a professional degree equivalent to a Swedish bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits in public health science, healthcare or other relevant social sciences subject area. Check the country specific requirements for information on how to meet the requirement of a degree equivalent to at least 180 credits. Applicants who are in their final year may be conditionally admitted.
Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English 6/English B. You must prove that you meet the English language requirement either through an internationally recognised test, previous university studies or upper secondary school studies. Instructions on how to document your English proficiency are avaialble at universityadmissions.se.
2 Years
Aug
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
International
360,000 SEK
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Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences
Campus Solna (HQ), Stockholm, Sweden
24 monthsProgramme duration
360,000 SEKTuition Fee/year
Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Public Health Sciences promote evidence-based practices in the field of health and quality of life, disease prevention and improvement of health systems. The Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences has a multidisciplinary approach and a global perspective. The programme offers two areas of specialisation; Public Health Epidemiology, and Health Promotion and Prevention.
The programme gives you the possibility to develop a scientific approach and a good theoretical understanding of Public Health Sciences as well as for the chosen specialisation in Public Health Epidemiology or Health Promotion and Prevention.
Both tracks include advanced studies in epidemiology, biostatistics as well as methods outcome evaluation of interventions. Common courses also include concepts and theories in Public Health Sciences, qualitative approaches and project management. The track in Public Health Epidemiology has a further focus on applied epidemiology in order to develop the skills to describe, analyse and reflect upon a variety of public health issues and to critically review epidemiological studies. For the track in Health Promotion and Prevention the emphasis lies on applying methods for health promotion and preventive actions in order to develop skills in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating health interventions at both individual and structural levels.Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Public Health Sciences promote evidence-based practices in the field of health and quality of life, disease prevention and improvement of health systems. The Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences has a multidisciplinary approach and a global perspective. The programme offers two areas of specialisation; Public Health Epidemiology, and Health Promotion and Prevention.
The programme gives you the possibility to develop a scientific approach and a good theoretical understanding of Public Health Sciences as well as for the chosen specialisation in Public Health Epidemiology or Health Promotion and Prevention.
Both tracks include advanced studies in epidemiology, biostatistics as well as methods outcome evaluation of interventions. Common courses also include concepts and theories in Public Health Sciences, qualitative approaches and project management. The track in Public Health Epidemiology has a further focus on applied epidemiology in order to develop the skills to describe, analyse and reflect upon a variety of public health issues and to critically review epidemiological studies. For the track in Health Promotion and Prevention the emphasis lies on applying methods for health promotion and preventive actions in order to develop skills in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating health interventions at both individual and structural levels.Admission Requirements
Specific entry requirements
A bachelor's degree or a professional degree equivalent to a Swedish bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits in public health science, healthcare or other relevant social sciences subject area. Check the country specific requirements for information on how to meet the requirement of a degree equivalent to at least 180 credits. Applicants who are in their final year may be conditionally admitted.
Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English 6/English B. You must prove that you meet the English language requirement either through an internationally recognised test, previous university studies or upper secondary school studies. Instructions on how to document your English proficiency are avaialble at universityadmissions.se.
International
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