MPH (Master of Public Health): eligibility, duration, admission and careers
Epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, nutrition and health programme management.
Course at a glance
- Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 2 years
- Eligibility: A bachelor's degree in medicine, dentistry, AYUSH, nursing, allied health, life sciences or social sciences (each university sets its list).
- Admission: Merit or university entrance.
Recognition to check
Offered by UGC-recognised universities and public health institutes. Rules, entrance tests and minimum marks change from year to year, so always confirm them in the official admission notice of the university or council.
Career options
- Public health programmes
- NGOs and global health agencies
- Hospital quality and research
- Health policy
Fees
Fees depend on the college, state and seat type. Compare the full-course fee from each college's official fee notice, and see the colleges in our directory with checked fees.
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