Master of Public Health (MPH)
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a graduate program designed to prepare health professionals with advanced knowledge and practical skills in public health, epidemiology, research, health policy, leadership, and disease prevention. The program equips students to address public health challenges, improve community well-being, and contribute to evidence-based healthcare systems at national and international levels.
Program Overview
This internationally oriented master’s program covers the core disciplines of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy, health economics, nutrition, behavioral sciences, leadership, research methodology, and public health management. Students strengthen their analytical, research, and decision-making skills through coursework, applied research, and a master’s thesis.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Medicine (MD), Pharmacy, Nursing, Midwifery, or other related health sciences.
- Successful completion of the university entrance examination.
- Good command of the English language.
- Master’s Degree Program
- Duration: 2 Years
- Semesters: 5
- Subjects per Semester: 5-6
- Total Credit: 140
- Tuition Fee Per Month: Male - 1650 Afg, Female - 1350 Afg
Teaching & Learning Method
Live Online Lectures
Recorded Video Lessons
Interactive Learning Activities
Assessment and Feedback
Research Projects & Thesis Supervision
Curriculum
Pre Semester
- MPH01: Introduction to Public Health(2 Credits)
- MPH02: Basic Epidemiology and Biostatistics (2 Credits)
- MPH03: Introduction to Research Methods(2 Credits)
- MPH04: English for Health Sciences (4 Credits)
- MPH05: Computer Skills and AI Applications in Public Health (2 Credits)
Semester 1
- MPH06: Advanced Epidemiology(3 Credits)
- MPH07: Advanced Biostatistics(3 Credits)
- MPH08: Environmental Health (2 Credits)
- MPH09: Public Health Leadership and Management (3 Credits)
Semester 2
- MPH11: Behavioral Sciences(3 Credits)
- MPH12: Nutrition(3 Credits)
- MPH13:Human Resource Management (HRM)(2 Credits)
- MPH14: Health Policy(2 Credits)
Semester 3
- MPH14: Afghanistan Top Health Priorities(3 Credits)
- MPH15: Health Economics(2 Credits)
- MPH16: Research Methodology 2(3 Credits)
Semester 4
- MPH17: Thesis(10 Credits)
Career Opportunities
Public Health Specialist
Plan, implement, and evaluate public health programs in governmental and non-governmental organizations.
Epidemiologist & Health Researcher
Conduct research, analyze health data, and support evidence-based decision-making.
Health Program Manager
Manage healthcare projects and public health initiatives in hospitals, NGOs, and international organizations.
Health Policy & Leadership
Contribute to health policy development, health system management, and public health leadership.
Further Education & Research
Graduates may continue toward doctoral (PhD) studies or pursue advanced research and academic careers in Public Health and related disciplines.