UiT The Arctic University of Norway
Master of Public Health
Tromsø, Norway
Master degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Mar 2027*
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2027
TUITION FEES
NOK 100,500 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* UE Students: 1° March 2027| Extra-UE / SEE students: 15 November 2026
** Tuition fees are for non-EU/EEA/Switzerland applicants. Applicants from EU/EEA and Switzerland do not have to pay tuition.
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Key Summary
About: Master of Public Health at UiT. The MPH builds skills in epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems, policy, health economics, research methods, data analysis. It has five mandatory courses (50 ECTS), a stream (Epidemiology & Data Science; Health Economics; Health Promotion & Disease Prevention), electives and a 30 ECTS Master’s thesis. The programme is full-time (2 years) or part-time (4 years).
Career Outcomes: An MPH prepares you for roles in epidemiology, policy, programme management and research. Graduates work for government, NGOs, regional authorities, industry and universities. These career opportunities include public health practice, global health, environmental health, biostatistics and health economics.
Study Master Public Health at UiT the Arctic University of Norway.
Public health is about improving the health of communities through education, policy-making, and research. The newly revised MPH-program equips you with essential research and data analysis skills to address today’s pressing health challenges at local, regional, and global levels. You will gain expertise in epidemiology, health systems management, health policies, biostatistics, global- and environmental health, and resource allocation, making this program highly relevant for a range of job markets.
Program description
- Duration: 2 to 4 years
- Credits (ECTS): 120
- Degree Name: Master of Public Health
- Admissions capacity: 15 places for full-time, 15 places for part-time
The Master of Public Health program offers a flexible and comprehensive curriculum designed to address today’s public health challenges. Students complete five mandatory courses (50 ECTS) in core areas such as public health, global health, health economics and policy, research methods, and sustainable innovation.
You can then specialize by choosing one of three streams:
- Epidemiology and Data Science
- Health Economics
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention.
Each stream includes 15-20 ECTS of specialized courses, and 20-25 ECTS of elective courses, before writing the Master thesis. You also have the option to join exchange programs, which can replace the stream.
The last 30 ECTS are dedicated to the Master’s thesis, allowing you to plan, develop, and present a scientific project in public health. The thesis can be based on empirical data, a literature review, or a theoretical project.
The program is available for full-time (2 years) or part-time (4 years) study, with a mix of in-person and remote learning options.
Program structure
Teaching and assessment
The MPH program courses are typically concentrated and offered in week-long blocks throughout the semester. While some courses require physical attendance in Tromsø, others, or parts of them, may be offered online.
The program emphasizes student-centered learning, encouraging both independent and group work. Students are expected to take an active role in their own learning, including self-study beyond scheduled activities.
The program includes a variety of learning activities:
- Self-studies
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Group work
- Flipped classroom/team-based learning
- Case-based learning
Both written assignments and oral presentations may be mandatory. Exams are designed to reflect the learning objectives of each course.
Assessment methods include:
- Portfolio evaluation
- Written exams
- Home exams
- Oral exams
Access to further studies
On successful completion of the degree program, students may be qualified for admission to a Ph.D. program in a number of academic areas at UiT the Arctic University of Norway, or elsewhere.
Exchange
Exchange can be done in the third semester of the program. The MPH program offers partnerships with the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, as well as a variety of universities through the UArctic, north2north exchange programs, and the EUGLOH network. These collaborations include institutions in countries such as France, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Canada, USA and Australia, among others.
Learning outcomes
After completing the core courses, students will gain:
Knowledge:
- Ability to critically analyze public health in a changing society with an interdisciplinary approach.
- Understanding of global health inequalities, ethics in public health, research methods, demographic changes, and health systems.
- Advanced knowledge in evidence synthesis, policymaking, health economics, and relevant laws and regulations.
Skills:
- Proficiency in using demographic data, designing and conducting research, and applying qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Capability to design, implement, and evaluate public health projects and interventions.
- Development of communication strategies for health promotion and advocacy.
General Competence:
- Leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision-making skills.
- Ability to critically evaluate public health interventions and methodologies.
- Strong presentation and professional accountability skills.
Specialization Streams
- Epidemiology & Data Science in Health
- Knowledge: Advanced expertise in epidemiology, statistical methods, and health registry data.
- Skills: Ability to design epidemiological studies, analyze health data, and visualize results using appropriate software.
- Health Economics
- Knowledge: Understanding of economic concepts, health funding systems, and health economic evaluations.
- Skills: Ability to evaluate funding systems and conduct cost-benefit analyses of health interventions.
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
- Knowledge: Expertise in health promotion strategies, health behavior theories, and public health governance.
- Skills: Ability to design and evaluate interventions, develop culturally sensitive strategies, and communicate health messages effectively.
This program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to address diverse public health challenges, tailored to their chosen specialization.
Job prospectives
A Master's degree in Public Health is increasingly recognized internationally, and the Department of Community Medicine at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, is a center of international excellence and high quality research. An MPH prepares you for a wide range of careers, from local to global settings. Graduates can pursue roles in policy development, epidemiology, research, program management, health education, and administration. Potential employers include government agencies, non-governmental organizations, regional health authorities, municipalities, the private sector, universities, and research institutions.