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2-Year Postgraduate Public Health Degree

M.Sc. in Public Health

Protect populations. Prevent diseases. Master the science of epidemiology, health economics, and global healthcare policies to create a healthier world.
2 Years
Eligibility: Graduation in Life Sciences, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Allied Health, or related fields with minimum 50% marks
14L+
Highest Pkg
Mandatory
Community Projects

Department's Global Health Accomplishments & Impact

400+
Health Officers Placed
14 L
Highest Package
20+
Global NGO Tie-ups
80+
Policy Papers Published
150+
Community Health Camps
45+
Alumni in WHO/UNICEF
✓ Aligned with Global Public Health Standards

Overview

What is the M.Sc. Public Health Programme?

The M.Sc. in Public Health is a multi-disciplinary postgraduate program that shifts the medical focus from treating individual patients to preventing diseases and promoting health at a population level. In a post-pandemic world, this is one of the most critical and highly funded fields globally.The curriculum trains students to track disease outbreaks (Epidemiology), analyze large-scale health data (Biostatistics), and design effective health interventions. Students work on real-world community health projects, partnering with government health departments and international NGOs to understand grassroots healthcare challenges and formulate impactful policies.
2 Years Duration4 SemestersResearch & Policy FocusedGlobal Demand
Epidemiology
Disease Outbreaks
Biostatistics
Health Data
Health Policy
Laws & Governance
Environmental Health
Sanitation & Hygiene

Scope

Expanding opportunities in global health and epidemiology

Public Health professionals are the architects of a nation's healthcare system. Graduates are highly sought after by International Organizations (WHO, UNICEF, Red Cross), Government Health Ministries (NHM), Corporate CSR divisions, and global Health Consultancies. Lucrative roles include Epidemiologist, Public Health Policy Advisor, Health Data Analyst, and Community Program Director. Furthermore, it is the perfect launchpad for pursuing a Ph.D. in Global Health or Epidemiology.

Structure

A globally aligned curriculum for health leadership

The curriculum is designed to build strong analytical, research, and policy-making skills applicable to real-world health crises.
A mandatory field-based Public Health Dissertation and an internship with a recognized NGO or health agency are required.

Value Added Courses for all UG (VAC) — Non Mandatory

Course NameCategoryCredits
Data Analysis using SPSS/R/Epi Info
VAC2
Disaster Management & Emergency Response
VAC2
Scientific Grant Writing
VAC2

2 Year Public Health Leadership Roadmap Roadmap

Your journey from graduate to global health expert.

YEAR 1Core Epidemiology & StatsYEAR 2Policy & Field Thesis

Mastering the Science of Populations

The first year builds a rigorous foundation in epidemiology, biostatistics, and understanding how the environment affects community health.

YEAR-1

What you'll learn

Epidemiological TrackingBiostatistical AnalysisHealth Survey Design

AI Tools & Technologies

SPSS / Epi InfoHealth Data Analysis

In Classroom Concepts

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Epidemiology

Tracking disease spread

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Biostats

Analyzing health data

Projects You'll Work On

Community Survey

Conducting local health surveys

Field Work
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  • ›Basic & Advanced Epidemiology
  • ›Biostatistics for Public Health
  • ›Environmental & Occupational Health
  • ›Social & Behavioral Health Sciences

Governance & Independent Research

The second year focuses on health economics, drafting health policies, and executing an independent field-based Master's Dissertation.

YEAR-2

What you'll learn

Health Policy DraftingEconomic Health ModelingScientific Paper Writing

In Classroom Concepts

⚖️
Health Policy

Designing health laws

🎓
Thesis

Original field research

Projects You'll Work On

Field Dissertation

Live community health thesis

Final Defense
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  • ›Health Systems and Policies
  • ›Health Economics & Financing
  • ›Global Health & Disaster Management
  • ›Master's Dissertation (Thesis)

Admission

Transparent fee structure for M.Sc. Public Health

Admission Criteria

Admission based on Graduation marks, followed by Personal Interview / CPU Entrance Test.

Course Fee Structure

Fee Details
Admission Fee (one-time)₹5,000/- (at time of admission)
Tuition Fee₹24,000/- per Semester
Examination Fee₹3,000/- per Semester
Development Fee₹3,000/- per Semester
Caution Money (one-time)₹3,000/- (Refundable)

Scholarships

Based on performance in qualifying exam

% in Qualifying Class [1]Scholarship on Tuition Fees
Above 90%20%
85% – 89.99%10%
75% – 84.99%5%

Why Join

Unlock your potential with a Master's in Public Health

Unprecedented Global Demand

Post-COVID, governments and international organizations (WHO, UNICEF) have massively increased funding and hiring for public health experts.

Data-Driven Expertise

Master the use of statistical software (SPSS, Epi Info) to track disease outbreaks and analyze complex healthcare data.

Extensive Field Work

Step out of the lab. This course requires extensive on-ground field work, conducting health surveys and organizing rural health camps.

Policy & Governance

Learn how to design, evaluate, and implement national-level health policies and manage the economics of healthcare systems.

Gateway to Research

It is the essential foundational degree for pursuing a Ph.D. in Epidemiology or Global Health.

Features

Setting us apart from the rest

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Health Analytics Lab

Dedicated Public Health Analytics Lab equipped with the latest epidemiological software and health tracking databases.

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Expert Faculty & Mentorship

Learn directly from former Government Health Officers, NGO Directors, and practicing Epidemiologists.

08

Live Outbreak Interventions

Students are actively deployed to assist local health departments during actual disease outbreaks or public health crises.

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Global Placement Support

Strong placement support with ties to international NGOs, corporate CSR wings, and government health ministries.

Apply

Simple 5-step process to join the Public Health programme

Guide to Register Online

STEP 01

Register Yourself

Create your account on the portal with your basic personal details.

Start Your Application

FAQ

Everything you need to know about the Public Health programme

Placement Records

Healthcare Professionals in Top Organizations

Outstanding placements across Corporate Hospitals, Pharma Giants, and Public Health NGOs

Collaborations

Clinical & Pharmaceutical Tie Up's

Testimonials

Our Global Health Leaders Speak

The rigorous training in SPSS and Biostatistics during my first year was the exact skill set required to crack the technical interview at WHO.
Dr. Siddharth Jain
Dr. Siddharth Jain
M.Sc. Public Health 2022 · Epidemiologist, WHO India
The mandatory field dissertation forced me to step out of the classroom and understand grassroots health issues. It was a transformative experience.
Aditi Sharma
Aditi Sharma
M.Sc. Public Health 2021 · Program Manager, CARE India
Moving from clinical dentistry to public health was the best decision. CPU's curriculum gave me the global perspective needed to consult for government health projects.
Dr. Vikram Singh
Dr. Vikram Singh
M.Sc. Public Health 2020 · Health Policy Advisor
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