Hey grads, HCPs or any person reading this article, confused about- “What’s next after BDS/MBBS/Lifescience?” - Is it preparing for post-graduation, marriage or working?
Ans: Here is an option. Let’s explore M.Sc. in Public Health.
Course Overview- M.Sc. in Public Health deals with studies/research conducted in people, including the study of biostatistics(statistics included to analyse the research data), epidemiology(study of cause and control of disease), health policy, health management and so on, helping the graduates to work for the WHO, public health NGOs and so on.
Course duration- 2 years
Course mode- Online/Offline/Hybrid.
Scope of country- MSc in PH could be pursued in India, but many prefer to pursue the course abroad due to the wide range of opportunities available. Universities in the US, UK, Germany and Singapore offer these courses.
Major universities to provide these degrees include-
US: University of Johns Hopkins, Harvard University, University of Michigan.
UK: University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University of Glasgow.
Australia: Griffith University
Preparing for M.Sc. in PH includes clearing:
- English language proficiency tests- IELTS (6.5-7+)/TOEFL (90+ in Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking)
- GREs for US- Important for pursuing Public Health in the US
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences with 60%
- Statement of Purpose(SOP) and Essays- Stating the reason or interests behind pursuing public health.
- Letter of Recommendation from professors
- Resume- It highlights your skills
- Work experience, if any, is valuable in the US or UK.
Write your SOPs, collect the Letter of Recommendation (LOR) and prepare for IELTS/TOEFL and GRE.
Don’t forget to apply before the deadline. Exams are usually conducted in September and February.
All the best!
MBH/AB