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Ilia State UniversityTbilisi, Georgia
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Public Health and Health Policy

Offered By Ilia State University

Accredited by NCEQEAdmissions Open

Degree

Master in Public Health (MPH)

Duration

2 Years

Format

On-Campus

Instruction Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Official program source
Accreditation information listed
Curriculum information available
Admission requirements published
Fees shown before application

Program Overview

Administered by the School of Natural Sciences and Medicine via the Public Health and Insurance Institute (established 2013), this program trains public health experts with systematic and modern competencies. Drawing from epidemiology, environmental health, health economics, policy analysis, and global health, it is designed to meet standards recognized by ASPHER (Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region). Faculty leadership includes experienced professionals such as Nino Mirzikashvili, Giorgi Gotsadze, Akaki Zoidze, and Yagor Kalandadze.

Language Requirements

The official MPH curriculum states that applicants need a bachelor’s or equivalent background in listed public-health, medical, social, natural-science, social-science, or management fields, TOEFL 75 or IELTS 6, or Ilia’s English-language exam, plus an application, English motivation letter, CV, and internal oral exam.

Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements

  • Valid PassportRequired

    Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended period of stay.

  • Recorded InterviewRequired

    A video interview must be completed through our online admission portal. The interview will be recorded and reviewed by the university admission committee.

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalentRequired

    Undergraduate academic qualification awarded after completing a program of study.

  • English Language Proficiency

    CEFR B2 level is required. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalents.

Curriculum & Structure

What You Will Learn

Analyze public-health and health-policy problems using research, data, and evidence
Promote equal access to public health and healthcare through collaboration with partners
Read, interpret, and present information from tables, diagrams, formulas, cases, and policy contexts
Design professional work around prevention, population health, health systems, and policy improvement
View Official Syllabus

Career Paths

  • Governmental, nongovernmental, and international public-health organizations
  • Health-policy and healthcare projects
  • Academic and scientific positions in higher education and research institutions
  • Public-health, epidemiology, mental-health, and human-rights partner organizations
  • Doctoral study or further professional specialization

Professional licensing requirements vary by country. Graduates may need degree recognition, examinations, supervised training, residency, or additional specialization before practising independently.

Tuition Fee

Due after you accept an offer — applying costs nothing

Application Fee

A mandatory, one-time full enrollment service fee covering document review, required translations, university application preparation and submission, submission of the educational recognition application to EQE.ge, applicable recognition and processing fees, and follow-up with the university and relevant authorities until the enrollment process is completed.

$350

Paid later — after you're admitted

Tuition Fee

$3,200

/ year

All known mandatory Admission.ge fees are shown above. University, government, visa, and third-party costs may vary.

Living in Georgia

$575–$840/ month

Estimated total monthly budget including rent, food, and transport.

Intake and Key Dates

Fall intake Academic Year 2026/27

Open
Application deadline
9/30/2026
Study begins
10/4/2026

Application Process

Review the complete process before submitting documents or paying a processing fee.

  1. 1Create your Admission.ge account.
  2. 2Select this program and an available intake.
  3. 3Upload the required academic and identity documents.
  4. 4Receive an initial eligibility and document review.
  5. 5Pay the disclosed application-processing fee.
  6. 6Complete a university interview or test if required.
  7. 7Receive the university’s admission decision.
  8. 8Complete recognition, tuition, visa, and arrival procedures.

FAQs

What qualification will I receive?

The official qualification is shown in the program summary. Use the official program source for the university’s current wording.

What is the instruction language?

The program’s instruction language is shown in the summary above. Any separate language requirement is listed under admission requirements.

Do I need IELTS or TOEFL?

Accepted evidence and any interview or internal-test option depend on the university. Check the listed language and admission requirements or request a free pre-check.

When should I apply?

Apply well before the displayed deadline so there is time for document review, recognition, and visa preparation where applicable.

Can I apply as a transfer student?

Transfer decisions depend on the university’s evaluation of your transcript, course descriptions, and completed credits. Select the transfer option in the pre-check form.

Can I practise in my country after graduation?

Professional recognition and licensing rules vary by country. Check with the relevant authority in the country where you plan to practise.

Ready to apply for this program?

Check your eligibility and documents before submitting. The admission team will identify missing information and explain the next steps.

Select Intake

Fall intake Academic Year 2026/27

Open