PRESENTATION: 
To deepen knowledge about the Sciences that support the understanding of research on the determinants 
of social production, diseases, epidemics, and the organization of health services, according to the model 
of care and support recommended by official bodies. The course provides an approach based on the whole 
person formation and Christian Principles. 

TITLE AWARDED TO THE GRADUATE: 
Master in Public Health and Christian Spirituality 

OBJECTIVES: 
The Master of Public Health program aims to prepare professionals for critical analysis and the application 
of strategies focused on public health promotion. The course deepens knowledge on health policies, 
epidemiology, healthcare system management, and social factors influencing population well-being. 
Additionally, it seeks to foster academic research and the development of innovative solutions for 
contemporary health challenges. 

CORE AREAS: 
CA 1: Society, Health and Sustainability 
CA 2: Health, Life Cycles, Gender and Society 
CA 3: Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Diseases. 

ESTIMATED DURATION OF 24 MONTHS 
• Stage 1 – courses / components; 
• Stage 2 – for the preparation of the senior paper under direct guidance of an advisor; 
The examination board will take place after the above-mentioned steps have been completed. If the 
student does not complete the thesis, they must enter into a contractual addendum and continue paying 
the course fees; 
The student must make at least 03 (three) academic publications during the study period, these must be 
published in magazines with relevance index. 
The student must complete an additional workload in participating in academic events and lifelong 
education and extension courses to form the academic-scientific curriculum. 

REASONS TO COMPLETE MY ONLINE COURSE AT VCCU: 
• You can watch classes from anywhere in the world (online – live). 
• We have interactive classes through the VLE platform, taught by quality professors. 
• You are able to interact online with fellow students and professors inside and outside the virtual 
classroom. 
• You can access VCCU virtual resources from any device. 
• We have accredited degree programs. 
• You can get the same experience as students from all over the world.