MSc in Public Health
Public Health is the art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health. Public Health is not only concerned with maintenance of health by reducing or eliminating disease risks and environmental health hazards, improving social conditions, and encouraging healthy behaviours and lifestyles, it also encompasses the distribution and optimal management of healthcare services. The course will provide students from a wide range of health and related professional backgrounds with the knowledge and skills in public health sciences and related disciplines which will make them more effective contributors in their field of healthcare.
The Masters of Science in Public Health is based on the World Health Organisation’s principles of Health for All; they are:
- Equity
- Intersectorial collaboration
- Health promotion and disease prevention
- International cooperation
- Community participation
Programme
Master of Science in Public Health is now recognised by Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA). The programme is suited for those who want to advance in their careers in a related field. Thus it will be of interest to:
- Medical doctors
- Nurses
- Health Officers
- Environmental Health Officers
- Health Service Managers
- Hospital administrators
- Nutritionists
- Health Education Officers
- Environmental and Health Engineers
- Pharmacists
KEY FACTS
Degree
Commencement
Total Duration
3 years (part-time)
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Tuition Fees
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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A. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
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B. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
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Applicants are required to have obtained:
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The Standard English Proficiency requirements for IMU programmes are usually, overall band scores of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 (PBT) or 79 (IBT), TOEIC 620, Pearson 55 (PTE), Cambridge 45 (CPE) or 52 (CAE) or MUET band 4 or any other recognised English language qualification. IMU also admits international students from countries in which English is the first language or from any Malaysian or international institutions where the curriculum is conducted fully in English.All students at entry who do not have proof of any of the above recognised competencies in the English language will be required to sit for an English Placement Test to assess their language competency. If any of the students fail the English Placement Test then they will be required to attend a course on Academic Writing. The English Placement Test and the Academic Writing Module are offered at a cost. |
APPLICATION & REGISTRATION FEES
| Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) | |
| Application Fees | 150 | 450 |
| Registration Fee | 1,100 | 3,400 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Student Association Fee per Semester | 40 | 40 |
| Tuition Fees | 44,000 | 58,300 |
- Effective 2016, there will be a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees for all IMU alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate study and meet the eligibility criteria.
- Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
- Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
- Students must adhere to the “Policy on Payment of Fees“.
- For information on Student Visa Application fee, please check the “Visas & Immigration“
FEE STRUCTURE
MALAYSIAN STUDENT
| ُSEMESTER | TOTAL (RM) |
| Semester 1 | 17,000 |
| Semester 2 | 16,000 |
| Semester 3 | 11,000 |
| Grand Total | 44,000 |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
| ُSEMESTER | TOTAL (RM) |
| Semester 1 | 22,600 |
| Semester 2 | 21,100 |
| Semester 3 | 14,600 |
| Grand Total | 58,300 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
On completion the student should possess an understanding of the science and art of Public Health including concepts of health and disease, and the factors that influence them. This acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitude will enable the student to practise their knowledge in a wide range of service and academic settings.
The programme will enable the student to understand the principle and practice of Public Health through the application of:
- Knowledge and understanding of the main disciplines of Public Health, including statistics, epidemiology, health system management and health economics, health protection, medical sociology, communicable disease control, policy development and occupational and environmental health.
- Important skills related to public health, including the use of information technology, research methods, analysis and interpretation of data and information critical appraisal and reasoning, strategic management, creative problem solving, multidisciplinary team working and effective written and oral communication.
- Development of a holistic attitude in solving health problems in the community and cultivating intellectual curiosity and life-long learning in meeting the challenges of public health in the 21st century.
Applicants are required to have obtained:
- A bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
English language requirement
All students are normally required to provide written evidence of their ability in the English Language in order to study in IMU. The standard English Proficiency requirements are usually overall band score of IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 550 (PBT) or 79 (IBT) or MUET band 4.
The programme is a 1½ years full-time programme taught in English running over 3 semesters. The programme is divided into 12 modules and the modules in each semester are as follows:-
Semesters 1 and 2 each comprises twelve weeks of active learning followed by one week of assessment. Semester 3 is for undertaking the dissertation. The programme offers the option of full-time study over 1½ years, or part-time over a maximum of 3 years.
The Full Time Format is a concentrated 18-month course of study at IMU that begins each year in early March/September. The programme is structured to provide the core requirement in the academic programme starting in March/September. The programme consists of 2 Semesters of theory followed by a 3rd Semester of dissertation writing and electives.
The Part Time Format offers modules that are available during weekends in a classroom setting. The students should complete the degree within three (3) years. The programme begins in March/September at IMU together with full time students but the classes are held during the weekends to cater to working students. Assignments and assessments for both part time and full time students will be similar.
Semester 1
| Course Code | Name of Module | Number of Credit Units |
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| MPH 101 | Methods in Epidemilogy | 4 |
| MPH 104 | Biostatics | 4 |
| MPH 105 | Reasearch Methodology | 4 |
| MPH 108 | Environmental Health | 3 |
| MPH 109 | Occupational Health | 3 |
| Total | 17 | |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Name of Module | Number of Credit Units |
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| MPH 102 | Population Health | 4 |
| MPH 103 | Health Management and Economics | 4 |
| MPH 106 | Health Promotion | 3 |
| MPH 107 | Medical Sociology | 3 |
| MPH 110 | Public Health Practice | 2 |
| Total | 16 | |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Name of Module | Number of Credit Units |
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| MPH 111 | Dissertation | 9 |
| MPH 112 | Electives (2) | 2 |
| Total | 11 | |
Total: 44 credit units
For the award of the degree of MSc (Public Health) the student must successfully complete all the 12 modules.
The curriculum is reviewed periodically and is subject to change.
Semester contents are available in the programme brochure [Download Brochure]
- The programme is taught in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Kuala Lumpur City Council, Non Governmental Organisations and other public health related institutions.
- Teaching and learning methods vary in line with the objectives of the course but they include a range of methods including didactic lectures, guided and independent group exercises, practicals, seminars, workshops and problem-based self directed learning.
- Field visits with hands-on experience in observing the public health challenges that are currently faced by the community are an integral part of the course.
- E-learning approaches are used extensively and includes web-based e-learning courses, online simulation and virtual mentoring.
Assessment is through class tests, practicals, reports essays, problem-based learning, projects, dissertation and written examination.
The teaching faculty reflect a multidisciplinary background and are drawn from the Division of Community Medicine, Division of Population Health, Division of Human Biology and Postgraduate Studies The teaching faculty have many years of academic and service experience and a large number of them have also served in the World Health Organisation in various capacities. In addition, honorary lecturers are invited from the Ministry of Health and the public and private health service organisations.
- The full time 1½ year format, where students interact with our faculty,
- A flexible part time format of 3 years.
- A diverse body of experienced public health specialists, clinicians, educators and policy makers.
- Dissertation to guide students to conduct research in the field of their choice.
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You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made.
We wish you all the best with your application, and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
“The IMU MSc in Public Health prepares one to face both old and new challenges – from infectious and chronic diseases to health risks posed by the modern society’s lifestyle – through multidisciplinary approaches that apply the latest scientific knowledge, common sense and team work to solve important health problems.”
A/PROF TAN KOK LEONG
Associate Professor & Programme Director
MBBCh, BAO, LRCP&S (Ire), MPH (UM), MPH (Family Health) (UM)
