The University of Georgia

The University Of Georgia

Program name:	Public Health
Study language:	Georgian
Qualification:
Program capacity:	60
Program permission:	The acceptance of applications for doctoral programs is announced once a year. Studies begin according to the academic calendar established by the academic council. Enrollment of students is carried out by order of the presidents, based on meeting the prerequisites for admission to the program. A person with a master's degree in the broad field of health care and social welfare, or an academic degree equivalent to it, can study at the doctoral program; or · Applicants with non-health qualifications if they are certified by one of the following: a) issues/subjects considering the areas of public health competencies (health policy and management, epidemiology-biostatistics, research methods, project management, health services management, ethics and bioethics, health and medicine History, health insurance, healthy lifestyle, behavior change, practice in the field of health care, (bachelor/master's thesis and others) with a volume of at least 60 ECTS credits; for which the characterization of the applicant by the supervisor from the workplace should be additionally presented at the interview; c) at least 2 years of experience in research activities in social health and/or health care with presentation of appropriate results; For which, at the interview, the characterization of the applicant by the head of the research, indicating his role and place in the research, a relevant article, or the presentation of the research results at professional conferences should be presented. · A person whose knowledge of the English language at least B2 level is confirmed by a relevant international certificate (TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, IELTS, FCE and CERTUS), by a document confirming studying abroad in an English-language bachelor's/master's/doctoral program or by passing an English language exam acceptable to a doctorate program at the University of Georgia. When passing the university foreign language exam, the minimum level of competence in English is 60% of the maximum grade. If the requirements related to qualifications and competences are met, the applicant is obliged to submit a research concept in the direction of the subject to be studied, based on a positive assessment of which the enrollment is carried out.
Program goals:	Prepare a scientist of broader profile in public health, who will be able to create new knowledge in the field, structurally understand and expand existing knowledge that will contribute to increasing health and well-being of the country's population and consequently, improve public and global health. Graduate of doctoral program will have the knowledge based on the latest achievements in public health, will be able to research health determinants with the use of innovative technologies, evaluate results obtained through modern methods of their management, develop and teach complex learning modules in public health, prepare scientific projects in the fields of public health and implement them according to latest standards of management. Doctoral program gives graduates the opportunity to hold leadership positions at higher educational and research institutions, health organizations, insurance companies which have health insurance services, international organizations, governmental and non-governmental bodies, scientific-research institutions related to public, global and international health policy.
Learning outcomes:	Knowledge and understanding Graduate will be able to: Skills Graduate will be able to: Responsibility and autonomy Graduate will be able to: Outcomes Graduate will be able to: Critically analyzes and evaluates the prevalent research designs in contemporary health sciences, encompassing qualitative research; establishes the validity of a systematic argument when comparing various theories within the philosophy of science. Critically analyzes and systematizes knowledge in public health and health policy at an interdisciplinary level (environmental health, health promotion, epidemiology, chronic and communicable disease management, health philosophy, research ethics, health systems, and service delivery), adepts at evaluating scientific papers and projects relevant to contemporary development requirements; applyes active teaching strategies and pedagogical communication. Provids comprehensive research planning, process management, data acquisition, and in-depth analysis; adepts at utilizing both qualitative and mixed research methods to investigate complex issues in the field. Demonstrates proficiency in the practical application of epidemiological and biostatistical research methods. Actively participates in and planns studies aimed at evaluating the key features of public, global, and individual medical services; possess the skills necessary to supervise and oversee the entire research process; contributes to the improvement of healthcare services through evidence-based evaluations and the implementation of effective research protocols. Innovates and devises strategies aimed at enhancing the public health system; conducts research, addressing practical challenges, and applying interdisciplinary approaches to generate novel knowledge; contributs to the advancement of health promotion and the systemic management of diseases in a manner aligned with both national and global strategies. Critically analyzs and designs educational programs tailored for academic and professional development in the sphere of public health protection; demonstrates the capacity to incorporate innovative pedagogical approaches, ensuring that educational initiatives remain aligned with the latest advancements and best practices considering the dynamic landscape of public and global health challenges. Internalizes and consistently adheres to the fundamental principles of academic and professional integrity. Demonstrates the ability to pioneer novel approaches, contributing to the forward momentum of public health research, adepts at conceptualizing and orchestrating the scientific-research process, with a concentrated focus on generating new knowledge.