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Doctor of Public Health

National University of Singapore
Singapore , Singapore
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Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
3 years
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Degree
PhD
Major
Epidemiology | Health Administration | Public Health
Area of study
Health
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview

Doctor of Public Health Program

The Doctor of Public Health program is a full-time or part-time program that can be completed in 3 to 5 years.


Academic Requirements

The program requires a recognized Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, or its equivalent. Applicants are also required to have a minimum of two years of post-MPH appropriate experience.


English Language Requirements

International applicants must submit test scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) and must meet the minimum scores required:


  • 85 on the TOEFL test
  • 6.0 on the IELTS Academic test Test scores for the TOEFL and IELTS Academic are valid for 2 years from the test dates.

Exemptions

TOEFL/IELTS requirements are waived for applicants whose undergraduate or graduate degrees are from Singapore autonomous universities, and English-medium institutions in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.


Admission Criteria

Meeting the minimum requirements does not imply automatic admission into the program.


Program Overview

The Doctor of Public Health program is designed to provide advanced training in public health. The program is offered by the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, which is part of the National University of Singapore.


Research Areas

The school has various research areas, including:


  • Biostatistics, Modelling, AI & Data Analytics (B.MAD)
  • Epidemiology
  • Health Systems and Policy
  • Social and Behavioural Sciences
  • Breast Cancer Prevention
  • Climate, Environment and Health Programme
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Physical Activity and Nutrition Determinants in Asia (PANDA)
  • Public Health Genomics
  • UHS-SPH Integrated Research Programme (USIRP)

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide students with a comprehensive education in public health, including coursework and research components.


Graduate Coursework Programmes

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health offers various graduate coursework programs, including:


  • Master of Public Health
  • MSc in Health Economics and Outcomes Research
  • Doctor of Public Health
  • Graduate Diploma in Public Health

Graduate Research Programmes

The school also offers graduate research programs, including:


  • Master of Science
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Undergraduate Programmes

The school offers undergraduate programs, including:


  • Second Major in Public Health
  • Minor in Public Health
  • Teaching for NUS Medicine

Lifelong Learning

The school provides lifelong learning opportunities for professionals in the field of public health.


Our Students’ Stories

The school has a strong community of students who share their experiences and stories.


Student Support

The school provides various forms of support to its students, including academic and career guidance.


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