Overview

The Adolescent Health programme of the University of Galway is for anyone who is passionate about improving the health of adolescents. It is a unique program that equips students with practical skills and knowledge they can immediately apply in their professional practice to improve the health and wellbeing of adolescents.

The programme is designed for recent graduates and mature students seeking a specialised Level 9 qualification. It offers flexible study options, allowing students to complete the course on a full-time, part-time, or fully remote basis through online attendance. With classes delivered three evenings per week and on three Saturdays per 12-week teaching semester, the programme provides a truly flexible and hybrid learning experience that can be tailored to each student’s personal schedule.

Careers

The Masters in Adolescent Health prepares students to work in adolescent health practice, policy and research, and to incorporate considerations of how to better protect and promote the health of adolescents across their working and personal life. Graduates of our programme will have proficiency in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of adolescents as well as an understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by this age group.

Graduates will be equipped with the fundamental knowledge and skills to work in a vast array of organisations both nationally and internationally including health care, consulting firms, departments of health and education, hospitals, social services, not-for-profit organisations, schools, universities, and many, many more.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Health in the Context of Adolescence

Adolescent Health and Development

Determinants of Adolescent Health

Chronic Health Disorders in Adolescents

Designing, Implementing, and Evaluating Adolescent Health Interventions

Communication for Adolescent Health

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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More details

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, you are advised to apply as early as possible.

Language

English

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88

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63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Full-time- 90 ECTS

Part-time- 30 ECTS Year 1 + 60 ECTS Year 2

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 53 other Masters in Public Health in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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63

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications to the MSc in Adolescent Health will be evaluated by the programme board which will review a range of criteria, including the applicant’s academic record, relevant professional experience, and overall motivation and suitability for the programme. Successful candidates will have a strong undergraduate record with a minimum of a 2.2 in Level 8 in the social sciences, health sciences, medicine, or a cognate discipline. Applicants with a Level 7 with extensive experience working with adolescents will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants are also required to submit a Personal Statement that highlights their commitment to the field of adolescent health. Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation. Applicants should also include a resumé.
International applicants are required to have an equivalent degree and results from their undergraduate university.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

19900 EUR / year

≈ 19900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

8150 EUR / year

≈ 8150 EUR / year

Additional Details

Part-time EU: €4,070 part-time p.a.
Student levy €140 p.a. full-time; €70 p.a. part-time

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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General requirements

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