Program Details

Start Date September
Duration 1 Year (full-time)
Tuition EU/EEA students: €2,530 (Statutory tuition fee 2023-2024); Non-EU/EEA students: €18,400 (Institutional tuition fee 2023-2024). Tuition fees are subject to change annually.
Format On-campus
Credits 60 ECTS

Program Statistics

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The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Erasmus University Rotterdam is designed to equip future public health leaders with the knowledge and skills to address complex global health challenges. It emphasizes an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach, integrating perspectives from epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, social and behavioral sciences, and environmental health. The program prepares students to contribute significantly to improving population health outcomes both locally and internationally.

This comprehensive program is ideal for professionals and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds who are passionate about making a tangible impact on public health. Through a blend of theoretical learning, practical assignments, and a significant research project culminating in a Master’s thesis, students develop critical thinking, analytical, and leadership skills essential for a successful career in various public health sectors globally.

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Curriculum

The MPH curriculum is structured around core courses that provide a foundational understanding of public health principles and research methodologies, complemented by elective options and culminating in a Master's thesis. Key core courses typically include:

  • Introduction to Public Health
  • Quantitative Research Methods
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Health Policy and Systems
  • Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
  • Global Health Challenges
  • Master Thesis

Students engage in rigorous academic work, practical assignments, and an individual research project, allowing them to deepen their knowledge in specific areas of interest and apply learned skills to real-world public health issues.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a completed academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field (e.g., medicine, health sciences, social sciences, economics, biology, psychology, public administration). A strong academic record is expected. English language proficiency is mandatory, demonstrated by:

  • IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.0.
  • TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 90, with no sub-score below 20.
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Grade C or higher.

Required application documents include a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a strong motivation letter, academic transcripts, degree certificates, and proof of English proficiency. Two letters of recommendation are highly recommended but not strictly mandatory.

Application Process

The application process for the MPH program at Erasmus University Rotterdam involves several steps:

  1. Online Application: Applicants must submit their application through the university's online application portal (OSIRIS Application).
  2. Document Submission: Upload all required documents, including academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, motivation letter, English language test scores, and a copy of your passport.
  3. Application Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee.
  4. Assessment: The Admissions Committee will review the complete application.
  5. Admission Decision: Applicants will receive an admission decision via the online portal.
  6. Visa/Enrollment: Admitted non-EU/EEA students will proceed with visa application procedures, and all admitted students will complete the enrollment process.

Application Fee: €100

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