A 30-credit Master of Public Health (one year full-time) in epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems and policy and public-health leadership, with a dissertation.
On-campus study offered full-time over three semesters or part-time over five, pairing 24 credits of core and elective coursework with a 6-credit dissertation and applied practice with UAE health authorities.
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Graduates take up roles in public-health practice, health policy, epidemiology, and health authorities across the UAE and MENA region, with a pathway to a PhD in Public Health.
CAA (MoE)
Award
Master of Public Health
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's degree in a health, medical, life-science, or related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, plus English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 91).
Duration
1 year
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Health Sciences
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Public Health
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 75,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Master's students access tiered tuition scholarships; PhD researchers are fully funded with a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend.