Master's in Public Health

Education objectives

The Master's program in Public Health at the NOVA National School of Public Health (NOVA NSPH) is designed to foster the development and acquisition of a scientific foundation and advanced competencies necessary for scholarly inquiry and research within the realm of Public Health.

With this objective in mind, students are expected to:

- Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles, theoretical frameworks, and practical methodologies, thereby contributing to the enhancement of public health outcomes and the efficacy of health systems and institutions, both domestically and internationally;

- Develop the skills and capacity to conduct rigorous investigations and contribute to the body of knowledge and problem-solving efforts in key areas of Public Health, spanning diverse disciplinary domains;

- Demonstrate proficiency in critically appraising and systematically evaluating their professional practice, while actively engaging in research endeavors and collaborative projects, including participation in scientific forums and working groups dedicated to advancing the field of Public Health.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Professional paths in various national and international institutions, public and private departments, and social sector services, where they can engage in activities across diverse domains of public health, including epidemiology, health policy and administration, environmental and occupational health, health economics, health planning, health promotion, among others;

- Academic career within higher education institutions, research centers, and companies operating in the field of public health, focusing on areas such as epidemiology, health policy and administration, environmental and occupational health, health economics, health planning, health promotion, among others;

- Work in the realm of global health, collaborating with international agencies, bilateral or multilateral organizations, non-governmental organizations, and consulting firms within the sector.


RECOGNITION
In 2022, the Master's in Public Health at the Nacional School of Public Health (NOVA NSPH) was the only program in Portugal to be featured in the TOP 100 - 2022 ranking by the EDUNIVERSAL BEST MASTERS RANKING. Additionally, the Master's in Public Health ranks 12th in Europe and 29th globally in the category of ¿Health Economics/Public Health¿. The ¿Best Masters¿ ranking assesses the ability of a specific educational program to provide added value to students in the current job market.