Health Sciences (MSc)
The programme in a nutshell
The aim of this one-year Master’s programme in Health Sciences is to provide students with knowledge and skills in the broad field of health sciences. The Master’s programme in Health Sciences is an academic programme, it is aimed at professional careers inside and outside university research. It comprises 60 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits.
The programme is structured as follows:
- 5 specializations, each consisting of 5 one-month courses
- Three compulsary courses within a specialization
- Two or three courses are optional and can be chosen from other specializations
- 5-month scientific internship and article
Download the year schedule 2012-2013 (new window).
Five specializations
You can choose one or a combination of two of the following specializations:
- Policy & Organization of Health Care
- Prevention & Public Health
- Infectious Diseases & Public Health
- Nutrition & Health
- International Public Health
More information on Specializations
Optional courses
Optional courses enable students to deepen their understanding of a specific field. They consist of both theoretical and practical aspects of health science research. The choice is determined by personal interest, specialization and internship. You can choose from the full range of health science subjects or subjects from other programmes and faculties.
Course descriptions
Further information about the Master’s programme in Health Sciences and course descriptions can be found online at the study guide.
