Students who take courses in public health may understand how to use their skills and knowledge of complex issues in various fields. Some of the positions that graduates might find themselves qualified for include epidemiologists, nutritionists, community health workers and forensic pathologists.

The MSc, or Master of Science, is an internationally recognized academic degree that indicates proficiency and knowledge of a given topic or field. Most MSc programs take about four years to finish, after which some join the workforce while others continue on in the classroom.