Health and Society (MA)

The Master of Arts in Health & Society at University College Cork is an innovative and interdisciplinary one-year program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the social, economic, political, and cultural factors that influence health outcomes. The MA features a comprehensive curriculum that combines coursework in topics such as public health, health promotion, epidemiology, policy analysis, and medical sociology. Through this program, students will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective leaders in the field of public health by exploring topics such as healthcare access disparities between populations; social determinants of health; and the role of technology in advancing public health outcomes. Graduates from this program are well prepared for careers in healthcare management; consulting services; policy making; education; or research. With a strong network of alumni and partnerships with industry experts, this program provides students with excellent career prospects and opportunities for professional growth while making meaningful contributions towards improving public health outcomes worldwide.