Program Overview

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Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health

The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health is a multi-disciplinary course designed to prepare students to investigate, evaluate, and address public health challenges. The program equips students with the core knowledge and specialized skills necessary to make a real difference in public health.

Course Outline

The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health runs over 10 months, with lectures delivered on Thursdays and Fridays. The program includes the use of SPSS and STATA labs, as well as occasional field trips.

Programme Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Critically analyze theories and issues related to public health
• Construct arguments around the social, political, and economic factors determining the health of populations
• Demonstrate competence in the key underpinning disciplines and theories of public health
• Analyze and synthesize evidence and apply it to public health
• Demonstrate enhanced knowledge in the chosen specialist pathway

Pathways

The Postgraduate Diploma has three pathways:

• Pathway 1: Health Promotion
• Pathway 2: Health Protection
• Pathway 3: Epidemiology & Biostatistics

Course Practicalities

Teaching takes place on Thursdays and Fridays, and includes the use of SPSS and STATA labs, as well as occasional field trips.

Assessment

Students will have a range of written assignments, exams, and presentations to complete for this postgraduate diploma.

Who Teaches This Course

Staff from the School of Public Health, along with guest lecturers from outside the School, teach this course.

Why Choose This Course

The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health is an innovative course designed to offer multi-disciplinary academic and experiential development for students from a range of professional backgrounds. The course offers both quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Skills and Careers Information

Graduates are currently employed in a range of careers in Ireland, Europe, and other developed and developing countries in diverse public health roles, including health services, public health research, surveillance, environmental health, and public health agencies.

Requirements

All applicants will be required to write a 500-word statement demonstrating their suitability to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health.

Academic Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Hold a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in a relevant subject area
• Hold a Second Class Honours Grade I in a Postgraduate Certificate (NFQ level 9) in a relevant subject area
• Completion of three years (180 credits) of a medical degree program from a recognized University on the Island of Ireland

Relevant Subject Areas

Relevant subject areas include Biological Sciences, Medical and Health Sciences, Public Health, and Social Sciences.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

In some circumstances, applicants without a primary degree or applicants without a relevant primary degree may be recommended for entry to the program under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) following a review of their individual qualifications and experience by the course committee.

International/Non-EU Applicants

For full details of the non-EU application procedure, visit the university's website.

English Language Requirements

Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements.

Fees and Costs

See the university's Postgraduate EU and Non-EU (International) Fee Schedule for the latest information.

Deposits

If the course requires a deposit, please note that booking fees and deposits are non-refundable in all cases.

How to Apply

1. Check dates: Check the opening and closing dates for the application process.
2. Gather documents: Scanned copies of supporting documents have to be uploaded to the university's online application portal.
3. Apply online: Apply online through the university's website.

Additional Requirements

Please note that you will be required to provide additional information as part of the online application process for this program. This will include the following questions:

• You may enter the details of professional or voluntary positions held.
• In addition to your previously declared qualifications, please outline any additional academic courses, self-learning, and professional training relevant to this program.
• Please describe your motivation and readiness for this program.