Study Population Health Leadership
Drive improvements in outcomes, systems and policies with the RCSI MSc in Population Health Leadership. Scholarships now open.
The MSc in Population Health Leadership is your gateway to becoming an effective leader, equipping you with an understanding of population health science, its relevance, application and leadership scope. Aimed at delivering new population health leaders, it explores how multiple drivers of health and well-being are best leveraged to make a difference: this programme is your gateway to becoming an effective leader in this space.
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RCSI HealthCARE Scholarship: apply now
We are delighted to offer the RCSI Healthcare Scholarship to dedicated healthcare professionals seeking to advance their careers. With three scholarships available, each offering a 30% reduction in tuition fees, we are committed to supporting your leadership ambitions. Take this opportunity to benefit from financial support and further your professional development. Please see our terms and conditions.
- Eligibility: Open to individuals who have made the first instalment payment.
- How to apply: Submit a 500-word personal statement outlining your impact in healthcare.
- Deadline: Applications close on 31 July 2025.
Why population health?
Learn the fundamentals of public health through a whole-population frame, focusing on strategic leadership, decision-making and implementation. This course bridges the gap between knowledge and action, helping graduates lead population-wide health improvements.
This programme is ideal for leaders or emerging leaders who want to shape health systems, rather than just work within them. Rather than offering a generic leadership programme, it is deeply applied and designed to produce thought leaders who can drive health improvement at scale.
Study Population Health Leadership with RCSI
Learn at your own pace online and acquire skills highly sought after in the healthcare industry, enabling you to influence policy, system design, and practices for enhanced population health outcomes.
Improving population health outcomes begins with strong leadership. Our MSc in Population Health Leadership online programme equips you with the expertise to drive significant improvements in public health systems and policies.
This programme suits healthcare professionals, system administrators, policymakers, community workers, and advocates who wish to effectively manage and understand population health.
- Price: €9,000/€22,000
- Duration: 2 years
- Start date: September 2025
- Delivery: Online
- Qualification: MSc
Register your interest now to unlock your potential as a strategic leader in population health and make a difference.
Modules include:
- Optimising Population Health Leadership: Understanding, Deciding, Acting
- Exploring Approaches to Research and Data for Population Health
- Fundamentals of Public Health
- Applying Psychology and Behavioural Sciences to Population Health
- Leadership, Governance and Policy in Population Health Ecosystems
- Implementing Population Health – Translating Evidence and Outcomes
- Assessing Health Needs and Prioritising Resources
- Decision-making for Population Health
- Population Health in Action
- Applied Research Project
Meet our population health experts
Meet Dr Sarah E. Barry, Director of Academic Programmes and Senior Lecturer at the RCSI School of Population Health, and Prof. Edward Gregg, Head of the School, which aims to guide the key decisions in health policies, promotion and health services through science, education and collaborations. Dr Barry uses methods for the co-production of knowledge in local contexts contributing to national policy development and design. Watch the video to learn how our programme is dedicated to equipping you with the skills needed to drive transformative change in public health in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
Lead the future of population health
RCSI's School of Population Health is at the forefront of addressing global population health challenges through research, education, and collaboration.
Programme highlights:
- Comprehensive education: Gain a profound understanding of population health science combined with leadership skills essential for shaping health policies and systems.
- Flexible online delivery: Engage with our part-time, fully online curriculum, structured for working professionals. Live sessions are scheduled to accommodate your busy lifestyle, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
- Real-world application: Learn to synthesise population health principles, evaluate research, and apply innovative solutions to real-world challenges affecting diverse populations.
Embark on a path to leadership in population health. With RCSI, you gain not just knowledge but a platform to transform public health landscapes globally. Start your journey today!
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Why study at RCSI?
We understand that healthcare practice requires a lifelong commitment to learning and that this can be challenging for healthcare professionals with busy and professional lives. Our programmes have been designed to maximise flexibility and convenience for postgraduate learners, while continuing to advance their knowledge and accelerate career progression.
Ensuring minimal disruption to your work-life commitments, we provide interactive and flexible online healthcare programmes – designed for every career stage.
As an RCSI Postgraduate student, you will become part of an international learning community – join a multidisciplinary alumni network of over 32,000 graduates.
Learn from leading academics and expert practitioners, who are committed to creating inclusive and dynamic learning environments for busy healthcare professionals.
Immerse yourself in case-based and research-driven education, as RCSI integrates the latest cutting-edge research and innovation into every programme offering.
Discuss your goals, eligibility and next steps with a dedicated advisor.
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