Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Health is an advanced programme designed to develop visionary leaders, researchers, and public health practitioners capable of addressing complex health challenges at local, regional, and global levels. The programme equips graduates with the knowledge, analytical skills, and leadership competencies required to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based public health interventions that improve population health outcomes.

MODE OF DELIVERY AND DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME

The programme will be implemented using face-to face mode of learning with evening virtual classes held on Monday to Friday, from 5.30pm EAT, whereby the students will be exposed to interactive lectures, seminar presentations and discussions. Field practicums shall be organised appropriately.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for provisional admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health Programme, the applicant shall:

EITHER

Be a Master of Public Health degree holder of Amref International University or any other University recognized by Amref International University Senate as of comparable status

Be a holder of a Master’s degree or equivalent qualifications in a health discipline and/or a health-related social science

EXAMINATION

Candidates shall be examined in their coursework through Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) and End of Semester Examinations (ESEs), while the research thesis will be examined as per the university guidelines and policies.

FEES STRUCTURE

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The Department of Community Health offers a Ph.D in Public Health by coursework, research and thesis as a three-year programme with a rolling admission/ongoing enrollment throughout the year.

Course Structure for Ph.D in Public Health
Course Code	Course Title
Year One (1)
PPH 901	Philosophy of Public Health
PPH 902	Advanced Research Methods
PPH 903	Advanced Biostatistics
PPH 904	Advanced Epidemiology and Population Studies
PPH 905	Research Seminars Scientific Writing and Publications for Public Health Research Experiential Quantitative & Qualitative Research Methods Skills Implementation Science for Public Health Research
PPH 906	Public Health Leadership and Practice
Year Two (2) and Three (3)
PPH 900	Thesis
	Research Proposal Development
	Field Research and Thesis Writing

PROSPECTS & CAREER PATHWAYS

The 3-year doctoral programme aims at producing independent public health specialists capable of providing leadership at all health systems levels for inform policy, and tackling of the contemporary public health challenges. Graduates from this programme are expected to have acquired competence to serve in the public health space for the private sector, public sector and/or academia in the following area;

– Public health research and mentorship

– Health policy analysis and service management

– Evaluation of health projects and programmes

– Strategic public health advisory

– Publishing and peer reviewing in public health

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At Amref International University, we empower you to lead and innovate with a focus on health, development, and technology. Our dynamic programs, experienced faculty, and hands-on learning ensure you gain both knowledge and practical skills.

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