To view files in PDF format, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. To get this free software go to the Adobe Web site. The University of Pretoria's School of Health Systems and Public Health is once again accepting applications for its Master's of Public Health Program. The application deadline is August 31, 2001. Coursework for the 18-month Master's in Public Health Degree Program will begin January 2002.
Instruction is in English.
The program covers data collection, analysis and use, and evaluation of population and health information. After 12 months of cour ses taught in modules of one to three weeks, students will complete a six-month internship and individual research. Applicants should express their intent to apply for this fellowship by submitting with their application a one-page letter detailing their background and experience in monitoring and evaluation and reasons for wishing to attend the program. Competitive candidates will have a bachelor's degree, English language proficiency and computer literacy. Professionals with interest or work experience in research and evaluation of population and health programs are preferred.