January 20, 2024
Master Of Public Health (MPH)- MLCU
The Master of Public Health (MPH) course aims to equip professionals with a solid foundation in various aspects of public health, enabling them to effectively address public health challenges specific to the Indian context. The course employs diverse teaching methods, including lectures, practicum, fieldwork, assignments, internships, and modular delivery, complemented by continuous formative evaluation, presentations, analytical assignments, and reports for assessment.
Career prospects for MPH graduates include roles such as district and state-level epidemiology/surveillance officers, public health officers/programme officers in government and non-governmental sectors, administrators in international agencies, research officers and coordinators, specialists in public health communication, and educators. Graduates are prepared to contribute significantly to the field of public health, holding key positions across various sectors, and applying their knowledge to address critical health issues in the community.
Eligibility Criteria
- Group 1: Join directly if you have a 3+ year undergraduate degree in healthcare (MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy, etc.).
- Group 2: Complete a 2-year postgraduate degree in statistics, nutrition, allied health, or related fields before joining.
- Group 3: For graduates from non-healthcare backgrounds (Arts, Commerce, Social Sciences), complete a 1-year bridge course prior to the MPH program.
Along with the Application form, candidates shall submit a 500-word essay on a public health issue of relevance to India and a 300-word personal statement on ‘Why I wish to do an MPH
Candidates with sufficient experience in public health maybe exempt from the bridge course
Duration: 3 years including 1-year bridge course
Fees
Total Fees per Semester- Rs.1,26,050