Overview
Is a Masters in Public Health for You?
Embarking on an MSc in Public Health (Global Health) at UoC is a step towards becoming a key player in shaping global health outcomes.
Ideal for those committed to advancing public health, this programme is specifically designed to nurture leaders and innovators in the field. It’s well-suited for health professionals, policy makers, and anyone with a vested interest in public health dynamics.
The programme blends rigorous academic training with a practical approach, empowering you to tackle health challenges on a global scale and make lasting contributions to community health and policy.
Career Impact
Career Prospect
Graduates of the MSc in Public Health (Global Health) programme can anticipate rewarding careers as:
- Lecturers in Public Health
- Public Health Researchers
- Programme Managers in Public Health/Global Health
Course Structure
Course Description
Our MSc of Public Health (Global Health) programme covers basic public health core disciplines, focusing on three aspects namely:
- Health management
- Monitoring disease prevalence, data analysis, risk management and communication.
- Healthcare delivery improvement
- Evaluation, planning and service delivery
- Health protection
- Responses to infectious diseases and other hazards
Other than that, the programme also covers topics such as healthcare legislation, disaster relief management, community health and the effect of climate change on health and illness.
Specifically designed for healthcare practitioners and those in related fields, our programme is suited for medical doctors, researchers, nurses, health planners, other allied health professionals, safety and health officers, as well as anyone with a strong interest in developing a critical understanding of the key issues within health and medicine, health policy and health planning.
Note: This programme enables graduates to progress into PhD training, however it does not qualify one for registration with the Malaysian National Specialist Register (NSR).
Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals
This Masters in Public Health programme significantly contributes to the following SDGs:
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – By enhancing knowledge and skills in disease prevention, health promotion, and wellness.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Through fostering innovation in healthcare systems and infrastructure.
SDG 13: Climate Action – By understanding and addressing the health impacts of climate change.
Course structure
- Introduction to Public Health
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Family Health
- Occupational and Environmental Health
- Healthcare Management
- Research Methodology
- International Health Legislation
- Sustainable Development and Urban Health
- Disaster Response and Management
- Health Security
- Climate Change and Health
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Healthcare Financing and Universal Health Coverage
- Research Project
The Experience
Who is teaching?
Our faculty comprises experienced professionals in public health who deliver the programme through:
- Engaging Lectures
- Interactive Tutorials
- Self-Directed Learning
- Field Work
On Campus Learning
Virtual Tour of University Cyberjaya Campus
Off Campus Learning
By enrolling in the Masters in Public Health at UoC, students embark on a journey to become influential public health leaders, equipped to address complex health challenges and contribute meaningfully to the health and well-being of communities globally.
Entry Requirement
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Degree (Bachelor’s Degree Level) | Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent in relevant or related fields acceptable to the University. |
| Degree (Bachelor’s Degree Level) | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment. |
| English Proficiency Requirement (Certificate) | For Malaysian Students: Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum Band 4. |
| For International Students Only | Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 550 (written) or 80 (internet); OR International Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of 6.0; OR equivalent |
| Notes | Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by
the University and meet the minimum CGPA based on the published entry requirements. |
