Master of Public Health
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Overview
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(Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)About the Programme
An education grant of S$2,180 is available to local applicants for the 2025 intakes of this programme. Please contact our programme consultant for more information.
The Master of Public Health programme develops your skills to be adept at assessing, critically analysing, and synthesising contemporary public health theory, policy, and practice to provide evidence-based knowledge in the key public health areas of health improvement, health protection, and healthcare services. It will enable you to apply your understanding of public health to underpin a range of interventions to improve public health outcomes in practice, whether it be within commissioning services, community development in disadvantaged areas, government and non-government organisations, or the voluntary sector in disadvantaged areas. By utilising critical appraisal and reflection, you will be encouraged to challenge your existing attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge particularly in reference to the multi-dimensional determinants of epidemiological knowledge transfer, health and wellbeing, and public health intelligence.
Through the critical evaluation and development of research methodologies, you will be empowered to interpret evidence, and defend and justify public health issues to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. During the programme, critical analysis of models and skills needed for leadership, management and systems-based thinking pertaining to public health and/or healthcare-related contexts will enhance employability prospects. Through independent learning, you will conceptualise and apply theoretical perspectives to complex public health practice or policy to produce a dissertation demonstrating originality in the application and integration of new and existing knowledge, which is potentially transferable within different public health contexts.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Public Health from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.
Graduates will be allowed to use the title MPH after their names.
Key factsDuration18 monthsIntake MonthFebruary, June, and OctoberNumber Of Modules6Mode Of DeliveryBlended LearningAssessment100% assignment-based Master programme with no examsCareer OpportunitiesBiostatisticianCommunity Health and Development ManagerEpidemiologistHealth Promotion ManagerHealthcare Policy SpecialistPopulation Health ManagerResearch Associate
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IntakesCommencement
- February
- June
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October
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
Modules
- Dissertation Project
- Health Improvement: Behaviours, Practices, Interventions and Management
- Leadership and Collaborative Working in Public Health and Healthcare
- Public Health Fundamentals: Concepts, Theories and Frameworks
- Public Health Intelligence and Epidemiology: Informing Policy and Strategy
- Research: Approaches, Methods and Skills
Click here for module descriptions.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
The Master of Public Health programme accepts applicants who meet at least one of the following entry requirements:
- A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant subject area with a minimum of second lower (2:2) class qualification or equivalent; OR
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Other qualifications and work experience will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
English Language Requirements- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); OR
- Other approved equivalent*
*The University accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in the English Language section. Visit https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/admissions/english-language-requirements/ for details.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
Work Experience- Mature candidates with work experience at a senior level and evidence of clear commitment to a career in a relevant area.
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Fees
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Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned), and transcript.
S$23,980 payable in 4 instalments
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$26,160 minus Education Grant of S$2,1801)Fee inclusive of 9% GST
Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme2.
1The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.
2Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.
For application guidelines, please click here.
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Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTStudent Development Fee
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Payment OptionsFlywire (Domestic):
New students who wish to pay their application fee or 1st instalment of the programme fee via Flywire may contact their programme consultant for assistance.
PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
Flywire (International):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via the SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download the SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreSAM online payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the DBS Further Study Assist or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
DBS Further Study Assist
- Pursue your academic dreams with low interest rate of 4.38% p.a. with 2.5% processing fee.
- Loan up to 10x of monthly or combined income with guarantor.
- Standard Repayment: Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Flexible repayment options up to 10 years. You can pay back in full or partially without additional fees.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant, or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Low interest rate of 4.5% per year (EIR: 5.17% per year* with 2.5% processing fee)
- Loan up to 10x your monthly income
- Up to 8 years tenure with 3 flexible repayment options to choose from:
1. Standard: Pay monthly instalments (Principal + Interest) once your loan is disbursed
2. Graduated: Pay only interest while studying, and Principal + Interest after graduation
3. Graduated Plus: Pay only interest while studying + 1 year after graduation, and pay Principal + Interest from third year onwards - Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
*Effective Interest Rate (EIR) is assumed on a 2-year course with repayment period of 8 years and Standard Repayment Method. The EIR comprises of 4.5% per year interest rate which is calculated on a monthly rest basis and 2.5% of processing fee of the approved loan amount that is applicable upon disbursement of loan.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
Payment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus and Odeon 333 Campus, Level 2:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am - 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year's Eve)
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DurationDuration
- 18 months
Maximum allowed candidature period- Not applicable
I would recommend this programme to others. The programme prepares me for advanced roles on top of fostering critical thinking skills, which are invaluable. The flexibility of this programme, with its hybrid-learning model that includes self-learning, online classes, and physical classes, has been beneficial. The efficient block timetable also allows working adults like me to plan ahead. While balancing full-time work and part-time study is challenging, the programme has taught me valuable time management skills, enabling me to balance my commitments effectively.
Muhd Syafiq Faruq
Exercise Science Research Assistant (Exercise Scientist),
NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Master of Public Health
Northumbria University Student (2024)
I would confidently recommend this programme to my colleagues or friends because, as a student, I know there are two important factors: knowledgeable and experienced lecturers, and well-structured coursework. This Northumbria University programme excels at both, with its comprehensive and high-quality coursework, and a flexible timetable, which are crucial for part-time students like me.
With the research skills I’ve gained, I can see myself advancing my career further as a health policy maker or an epidemiologist. Drawing on my nursing expertise, I am empowered to make a significant impact in the ever-evolving healthcare system.
Aye Chan Myae
Senior Staff Nurse, Infectious Diseases Centre
Master of Public Health
Northumbria University Student (2024)
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