Master of Science in Public Health
Course overview
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 18 months |
| Intakes | April, November |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 23,805 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 33,327 |
About
The Master of Science in Public Health program equips students with academic and technical skills across various disciplines. It prepares professionals for diverse roles in public health initiatives, including policy advocacy, health education, administration, treatment delivery, and disease prevention. Combining training in international relations theory with analytical and quantitative policy-making tools, the program prepares students for careers in government, business, and international organizations.
With increasing global health concerns like AIDS, avian flu, SARS, malnutrition, global warming, and Ebola, there's a growing awareness of the vital role of public health. The program addresses these challenges by training students in research and practice to enhance population health throughout life. It's designed to be transformative, providing education, training, and firsthand experience essential for successful international careers.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- RM 23,805
- Local students
- RM 33,327
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- Data not available
- Local students
- RM 800
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- RM 2,400
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6 KKM) in the area related to a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent in the field of Health Sciences, as received by the Lincoln University College Senate; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent (Level 6 MOH) in Health Sciences but not achieving CGPA 2.50, accepted with minimum of five (5) years working experience in the relevant field.
For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 OR international English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 OR its equivalent is needed. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an assessment process.
Curriculum
- - MSPH1014: Health Services Systems (4)
- - MSPH1023: Principles of Environmental Health Sciences (3)
- - MSPH1033: Health Information Technology (3)
- - MSPH1043: Family Health (3)
- - MSPH2064: Epidemic and Disaster Management (4)
- - MSPH2053: Biostatistics (3)
- - MSPH2074: Economic Evaluation in Health Care (4)
- Elective (choose any one module from the following):
- - MSPH2083: Non Communicable Disease (3)
- - MSPH2093: Tobacco, Alcohol and Illicit Drugs (3)
- - MSPH2103: Health Policy (3)
- - MSPH3113: Occupational Health (3)
- - MSPH3124: Epidemiology (4)
- - MSPH3133: Research Methodology (3)
- Elective (choose any one module from the following):
- - MSPH3164: Health Impact Assessment (4)
- - MSPH3174: HIV/AIDS: Responses (4)
- - MSPH3144: Infectious Diseases (4)
- - MSPH3154: Health Promotion and Primary Prevention (4)
- - MSPH4186: Project Work (6)