MSc in Public Health (Epidemiology/Global Health) (MSc PH)

Kathmandu University
2 years
Rs.
Updated December 10, 2025

University

Kathmandu University

Duration

2 years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

SHORT DESCRIPTION

A 2.5-year graduate program producing advanced public health professionals specializing in epidemiology or global health, trained to design interventions, analyze data, conduct research, and strengthen national and international health systems.

DESCRIPTION

Develops analytical, research, and operational competencies required in modern public health. Trains graduates to evaluate disease patterns, design prevention strategies, assess health systems, and implement evidence-based public health programs. Uses problem-based learning, seminars, workshops, and field exposure through Dhulikhel Hospital’s community network. Specializations include Epidemiology and Global Health, enabling graduates to address complex health challenges in low-resource and global contexts.

 

Description

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE (TABLE)

MSc Public Health – Epidemiology

SemesterCourse Title
1stBasic Concept in Public Health I; Basic Concept in Public Health II; Epidemiology I; Biostatistics I; Epidemiology II; Biostatistics II; Health Education & Promotion; Recent Advances in Public Health; Data Analysis & Statistical Software
2ndIntroduction to Research Methodology; Proposal Writing & Scientific Communication; Social/Behaviour/Population Science & Ethics; Health System & Planning (National/International); Qualitative Research; Environmental & Occupational Health; Community-oriented Health Practice; Electives: Communicable Diseases, Non-communicable Diseases, Maternal/Child/Geriatric Health, Gender & Equity, Monitoring & Evaluation, Mental Health; Literature Search & Management
3rdAdvanced Epidemiology; Advanced Biostatistics; Systematic Review & Meta-analysis; Epidemiology Seminars; Independent Study; Practicum
4thThesis
5thInternship (6 months)

MSc Public Health – Global Health

SemesterCourse Title
1stBasic Concept in Public Health I; Basic Concept in Public Health II; Epidemiology I; Biostatistics I; Epidemiology II; Biostatistics II; Health Education & Promotion; Recent Advances; Data Analysis & Software
2ndResearch Methodology; Proposal Writing; Social/Behaviour/Population Science & Ethics; Health System & Planning; Qualitative Research; Environmental & Occupational Health; Community-oriented Practice; Electives; Literature Search & Management
3rdIntroduction to Global Health; Implementation Science; Leadership & Health Management; Health Policy; Health Financing & Economic Evaluation; Global Health Seminar; Independent Study; Project Management Practicum
4thThesis
5thInternship (6 months)

Features

FEATURES

  • Field exposure through Dhulikhel Hospital’s community programs
  • Emphasis on epidemiological data analysis and global health systems
  • Problem-based learning, seminars, journal clubs, workshops
  • Strong research and practicum components
  • Specialization option: Epidemiology or Global Health
  • Integration of implementation science and health system evaluation
  • Multidisciplinary approach for national and global health challenges

FEE

  • Approx. NPR 888,250 (subject to change).

 

Admission Process

ADMISSION PROCESS (POINTS)

  • Bachelor degree in public health or any recognized health science discipline with ≥50%.
  • Work-experience requirement: 3-year bachelor holders need ≥3 years; 4-year bachelor holders need ≥1 year.
  • Must be registered with respective health council.
  • Entrance exam covering public health, epidemiology, global health, and aptitude (100 MCQs, 2 hours).
  • Must score ≥50% to qualify.
  • Counseling and final selection follow entrance performance.

 

Job Prospects

JOB PROSPECTS

  • Epidemiologist
  • Public health officer
  • Global health program specialist
  • Monitoring and evaluation officer
  • Health systems analyst
  • Research associate
  • Disease surveillance officer
  • NGO/INGO project coordinator
  • Implementation-science researcher
  • Data analyst (public health)
  • Community health program manager
  • Policy and planning assistant in health institutions