MSc in Population Health Leadership
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    MSc in Population Health Leadership

    Royal College of Surgeons
    Royal College of Surgeons
    Ireland
    Ireland, Dublin
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    EUR 25,777 / Total
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    MSc in Population Health Leadership

    About

    About

    The MSc in Population Health Leadership from the RCSI School of Population Health aims to equip leaders in this space with the broad knowledge to speak to the wide variety of components affecting the health of populations, whilst providing them with the leadership skills to implement change.

    Develop a broad comprehension of population health science and leadership and the ability to leverage critical understanding, decision-making and applied actions to inform policy, systems design and practices for positive population health outcomes.

    Integral to the education planned is the appraisal, synthesis and application of core population health principles, methods, and applied leadership skills as set out in the WHO-ASPHER Core Competency Framework for the Public Health Workforce.

    The MSc is part-time, delivered in a digital format over two years via our online teaching platform, making it accessible to busy professionals, wherever they may be working. This programme has early exit award options. See progression section for details.

    Synchronous 'live' online content for the MSc Population Health Leadership will be delivered weekly online on Thursdays between 2.30-4.30pm (Dublin time); you should ensure your availability on this day.

    This course is a Level 9 award on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for the programme you must:

    Hold a bachelor degree. If you don’t hold a bachelor degree, please see the recognition of prior learning pathway.

    English Program Requirements

    You must meet the English language requirements (unless exempt): IELTS score of 6.5, Duolingo 105-110, or equivalent score on another standardised test. Please see below for list of exemptions. 

    Exemptions may apply for:

    • If you have completed your school or undergraduate studies (three or more years) through English in a country where English is the majority native language
    • If you have completed their school or undergraduate studies (three or more years) in an English speaking institution in a country where English is not the majority native language and where an IELTS score of 5 or more was a requirement for admissions to the programme
    • If you have been working in a country (three years or more) where English is the majority native language or for an employer where English language is the official language
    • Graduates of an RCSI Undergraduate, Master's or Professional Diploma programme in Dublin and Bahrain

    Please note: Certified proof must be uploaded as part of your application.

    Career

    This programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to:

    • Synthesise the principles of population health science and demonstrate how these are applied in complex health, social and community care ecosystems for better health outcomes
    • Critically appraise and evaluate the core rationale and research designs of population health sciences; and apply appropriate methods drawing from the following population health disciplines: social and behavioural sciences; epidemiology; biostatistics; environment health sciences; health policy, economics, systems and management
    • Interpret and critically appraise the implications and outcomes of the social determinants of health on vulnerable populations, including applying the principles of equity in public health promotion and provision
    • Critically evaluate the feasible application pathways for innovative approaches and solutions for population health
    • Deliver strong leadership through skills in critical analysis, advocacy, communication, management, community and cultural orientation, and professionalism and ethics (ASPHER Education Committee Core Competency Model in Public Health)
    • Successfully manage and complete an academic learning journey and award, using online educational and production tools and methods.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,777 / Total

    MSc in Population Health Leadership

    Royal College of Surgeons

    Royal College of Surgeons

    Ireland

    Ireland, Dublin

    Go to Official Website