Structure of the programme

The Master of Science in Public Health programme consists of four semesters (two years).

The first semester include general introduction to public health theories, tools and methods, including modules on advanced epidemiology and qualitative methods. Furthermore one module focuses on Project- and career management skills.

On the second semester the students choose a specialisation. Currently three specialisations are offered: Global health and equity, Health economics and policy and Intervention and evaluation

On the third semester students can choose from modules within the specialisation tracks as well as other electives. The third semester also offers the possibility of internship or studies abroad.

The fourth semester is devoted to the work on the Master’s Thesis, which can be carried out individually or by two students together. In addition to the formal teacher supervision, the students are offered master seminars giving them the possibilities to discuss the exposition, research design, methods and empirical investigation  

Which subjects/courses should I have and when?

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Global Health and Equity. Select the year you are enrolled in the program. 

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Health Economics and Policy. Select the year you are enrolled in the program. 

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Intervention and Evaluation. Select the year you are enrolled in the program. 

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Health Promotion. Select the year you are enrolled in the program.

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Health Economics and Management. Select the year you are enrolled in the program. 

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Global Health. Select the year you are enrolled in the program. 

Below you can see an overview of how your education is structured on the Specialisation: Risk Research. Select the year you are enrolled in the program.