International master of public health scholarships at Hebrew University of Jerusalem

As the first School of Public Health in Israel, the Hebrew University-Hadassah Braun School of Public Health and Community Medicine has 60 years of experience in training public health professionals. The International Master’s in Public Health, IMPH, a program within the Braun School of Public Health, has awarded MPH degrees to over 1000 graduates from more than 100 countries around the globe since 1970.

The IMPH program welcomes students from all over the world who are either currently engaged in the public health field or those planning to get involved in the future. The student body typically includes physicians, nurses, other health professionals, economists, social scientists, and those interested in public health from other disciplines. Our students' wide range of cultural backgrounds and work experiences coupled with our demanding curriculum and unique setting, create an environment which is scientifically challenging and culturally stimulating.IMPH graduates return home at the completion of their training and take their careers to the next level; often taking on leadership positions in government, academia, and humanitarian organizations, working to improve global health at the community, country, and regional levels.

Application Procedure: 

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online and include the following documents listed below. All documents should be labelled with the file name. Do not upload zip files.

1. Completed application form.
2. Copy of an academic degree certificate and valid transcripts (for all degrees), including transcripts for all transfer credits. If transcripts are not in English, submit official translations and original.
3. Applicants from countries where English is not the language of instruction must present results of an English language proficiency exam from a recognized language-instruction institute. Applicants who have previously studied at an institution where English is the language of instruction do not need to submit proof of English proficiency.
4. Medical report attesting to the applicant’s good health signed by a physician. Please note, medical insurance does not cover dental care and expenses arising from pre-existing conditions and other health conditions/procedures.
5. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
6. “Personal statement” or autobiography describing the reasons for wanting to pursue a master’s degree in public health.
7. Letters of recommendation from 3 senior academicians or professionals who can attest to the applicant’s qualifications and ability to successfully complete the Program. Letters must be written on letterhead, signed, and uploaded by the person writing the letter. Letters uploaded by the applicant will be removed.
8. Photocopy of a valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months from the end of the program). Israeli citizens only please upload a copy of Israeli ID and Israeli passport and foreign passport if relevant.
9. Optional: A letter from an employer or future employer attesting to the intent to re-employ the applicant upon completion of the MPH degree.