Masters of Science in Public Health at University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
The focus of this Masters of Science in Public Health programme is to move from the traditional public health teaching into the competency-based and applied public health. The programme is exceptional in the strength of our modules in global health and sustainable development, the social determinants of health and health systems, public health research and data analysis, designing, monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions.
From this MSc, any graduate irrespective of their professional background would be able to investigate, design, evaluate and address public health challenges and offers them a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary study and work. Student will also reflect critically on their own and others’ learning styles and practice.
The programme is made up of five core modules with online lectures, face to face skills building workshops on campus, practicum and a research project. Students can register on a fulltime or part-time basis. The full-time programme runs for one academic year.
Learning Outcomes:
1.1. Knowledge – Breadth and Kind:
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the complexity of public health and health systems in different contexts.
Investigate problems that hinder health nationally and globally and identify the challenges facing the achievement of the sustainable Developmental Goals
Knowhow and Skill – Range and Selectivity:
Utilize various approaches, tools and metrics to design, deliver, monitor and evaluate public health interventions.
Competence – Context and Role:
Develop quantitative and qualitative research and data analysis skills to critically appraise and design different methodological approaches to address public health issues.
1.2. Competence – Learning to Learn:
Develop analytical and professional skills in planning, managing, monitoring and evaluating health services, policies, programmes, projects and initiatives.
Apply design thinking approach to identify, test, and implement creative public health solutions to improve global health issues.
Critically evaluate contemporary issues in healthcare leadership and examine trends and developments in strategic management related to public health organizations.
1.3. Competence – Insight:
Engage in meaningful reflection to identify, interpret, improve and evaluate personal, cultural, and professional competencies to guide their career.
Fees: Full Time EU 6000 Non-EU 12,000 — Part time EU 3500 per annum Non- EU 7000 per annum