Shape The Future of Public Health
Applications are open from
1 Aug 2026 to 1 Nov 2026
Shape Health. Influence Policy. Transform Lives.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) equips future public health leaders with the knowledge, analytical skills and practical experience to improve the health of populations in Singapore, Asia and around the world. Whether your ambition is to prevent disease outbreaks, strengthen health systems, shape national policies, or tackle global health challenges, an MPH prepares you to make meaningful impact.
Why Choose the NUS MPH?
Learn from one of Asia's leading schools of public health
Study at NUS, ranked #1 in Asia and #8 globally (QS World University Rankings 2026), and learn from internationally recognised academics, clinicians and policy experts tackling today's most pressing public health challenges.
Global Exposure
Gain international experience through collaborations, exchange opportunities and research partnerships across Singapore, Asia and beyond. Learn from globally recognised experts while exploring how different countries address shared public health challenges through policy, research and practice.
Affordable Financing
Invest in your future with one of the region's most affordable world-class public health programmes. Both local and international students benefit from tuition subsidies of up to 70%, with scholarships and financial aid available to further support tuition fees and living expenses.
Learn by solving real-world public health challenges
Through an interdisciplinary curriculum, applied projects and the compulsory practicum, you will work on real public health issues alongside government agencies, healthcare organisations, NGOs and international partners.
World-Class Faculty & Research
Learn from internationally recognised faculty whose research informs public health policy and practice. Through hands-on, research-driven learning, you will develop the skills to translate evidence into real-world solutions that improve population health.
Career Advancement
Accelerate your career with the knowledge, skills and professional network to lead meaningful change in public health. Our graduates have gone on to leadership and specialist roles across government agencies, healthcare, non-governmental organisations, academia and pharmaceuticals.
Global Alumni Network
Join an international community of alumni from over 30 countries who are driving positive change in public health through research, policy, education and practice around the world.
Where Our Graduates Work
Disciplinary Competencies
What You Will Learn
Epidemiology
Estimate the burden, and identify patterns and determinants of disease and ill-health in communities.
Biostatistics
Apply appropriate research methods and analytic tools to identify solutions to address community health and healthcare related problems.
Health Systems and Policy
Apply knowledge of health systems, policy and financing, health economics and key global health issues to evaluate and inform development of public health policies, programmes and services.
Social and Behavioural Sciences
Apply concepts and methods in social and behavioural sciences to evaluate and inform development of health promotion policies, programmes and services.
Cross-Cutting Competencies
Ethics and Professionalism
Take into consideration ethical and legal principles in public health practice and policy.
Leadership and Teamwork
Understand own professional strengths and personal skills to lead and work collaboratively in a public health team.
Communication
Communicate public health research evidence effectively to different audiences.
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