Public Health - master
- EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 1st of March
- Nordic applicants: 15th of April
About the study
How can we prevent disease, reduce health inequalities and use healthcare resources wisely? This part-time MPH gives you the necessary skills to address complex health challenges while combining study with work or other commitments.
What will you learn?
You will learn to:
- analyse the causes of disease, health inequalities and changing disease patterns
- use epidemiology and qualitative and quantitative research methods
- collect, interpret and critically assess public health data
- understand how health systems are organised, governed and funded
- evaluate public health policies, programmes and interventions
- apply health economics to priority-setting and resource allocation
- communicate evidence to decision-makers, professionals and the public
- work ethically and effectively across disciplines and cultures
You will also develop skills in leadership, collaboration, advocacy and evidence-based decision-making.
Practical execution
The programme combines:
- lectures and seminars
- case-based and team-based learning
- group work and presentations
- independent study
- written assignments and examinations
You are expected to take an active role in your learning and work both independently and with other students.
This is a campus-based programme where most courses require physical attendance in Tromsø, although parts of some courses may be available online.
Time use
You should expect to spend approximately 40 hours per week on scheduled activities and independent study.
Language of instruction
Teaching and assessment are in English.
Programme structure
See the subjects you can take in this study programStudy plan
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TromsøAdmission requirements
You must have a bachelor’s degree equivalent to 180 ECTS with a minimum of 80 ECTS in one -or a combination of- relevant subject areas like:
- health sciences
- nutrition or sport science
- veterinary science or biology
- social sciences or development studies
- statistics, mathematics or computer science
- economics or healthcare management
- medical technology
Non-Nordic applicants must document English proficiency.
Admission capacity
18
Grade point average
C (3.0)
What can you become?
An MPH prepares you for public health work in local, national and international settings.
You may work with:
- public health policy and analysis
- epidemiology and research
- health promotion and disease prevention
- programme planning, management and evaluation
- health education and communication
- healthcare administration and resource allocation
Potential employers include municipalities, health authorities, government agencies, non-governmental organisations, universities and research institutions.
Access to further studies
The degree qualifies you to apply for PhD studies, provided that you meet the relevant grade requirements.Outgoing exchange
You can study abroad during the third semester.
The programme has an exchange agreement with the University of Gothenburg. Other opportunities are available through UiT’s UArctic and north2north agreements.
Costs and support
Apply for student financial support from Lånekassen
You are responsible for covering your own travel and accommodation expenses for any required on-campus sessions and examinations.
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