Europubhealth - European Masters Programme in Public Health University of Sheffield

Overview

The Europubhealth - European Masters Programme in Public Health at the University of Sheffield provides a comprehensive foundation in global health practices through a collaborative double-degree framework. This two-year programme allows students to gain expertise from multiple leading European institutions while developing essential skills for the modern health sector.

During the first year, students focus on core public health competencies at the University of Sheffield or another partner institution. The second year is dedicated to a chosen specialisation at a partner university in France, Spain, Belgium, Poland, or the Netherlands, culminating in a professional placement and a research dissertation.

Why Europubhealth - European Masters Programme in Public Health at the University of Sheffield?

This programme is delivered by the Europubhealth Erasmus consortium, leveraging the collective expertise of eight top-tier European universities. The University of Sheffield is fully accredited by the Agency for Public Health Education Accreditation (APHEA), ensuring that the curriculum meets the highest international standards for public health education.

Students benefit from a research-led teaching environment and the opportunity to earn two distinct master degrees upon graduation. The course is designed to provide a broad understanding of the field, giving participants the flexibility to develop their own specific interests within the diverse landscape of global public health.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 18000 per full
• European fee: EUR 13000 per full

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The first year at Sheffield covers fundamental public health disciplines. Modules may include:

• Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation
• Research Methods
• Statistics and Critical Appraisal
• Critical Reflections in Global Health
• Epidemiology
• Disaster and Emergency Management
• Communicable Disease Control
• Economic Evaluation and Healthcare Financing
• Health Promotion

Careers with Europubhealth - European Masters Programme in Public Health

Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles within major international health organisations and national public health systems. Many alumni secure positions as public health consultants, data analysts, and project managers in various governmental and non-governmental settings.

The programme has a strong track record of graduates finding employment with prestigious bodies such as the World Health Organisation (WHO), Save the Children, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Additionally, the research-intensive nature of the course provides an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue doctoral or PhD studies.