Letter of motivation

Reasons for applying and career plans.

Your letter should not exceed 600 words
Write about your motivations for the course: why would you like to study public health, how are your career plans connected with this programme
Do not repeat information already provided in your CV, however you may develop it E.g. if you mention some facts in your CV (voluntary work, internships, other activities etc.), in your motivation letter you may emphasize aspects of this experience that in your opinion are important to justify your predispositions for a public health programme.
This essay should not be a literary work. It should provide a concrete justification of why you are a good candidate for the MPH
programme.
It is recommended to mention the specific interest in the area of public health you would like to work on during your studies or/and after.

Curriculum Vitae

We suggest using Europass CV, see template in English here.

A scanned copy of your last diploma

Certified true copies of all previous higher education degrees (a bachelor’s degree being the minimum requirement) with the diploma supplement if available, and the official or sworn translation in English if the original document is not either in English or in French.

Official transcripts and mark sheets

Official transcripts and mark sheets in English (or official/sworn English translations if the language of the original document is not in English or in French) from all higher education institutions attended.

Evidence of English proficiency

To be eligible for the Master of Public Health program at EHESP, it is imperative to demonstrate that your command of the English language is sufficiently advanced to ensure your successful completion of the course.

Please note that applications not meeting these languages requirements will not be considered.

Please note that the types of tests listed below and corresponding minimum scores are the only acceptable documents to be provided as language proficiency proof. These requirements have been set by the Master of Public Health jury and no exceptions can be made.

IELTS Academic or IELTS Indicator or IELTS Online: overall band score of 6.5 or above, with no less 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: overall score of 90 or above, with no less than 22 in each component.
PTE Academic: 63 or above overall, with no less than 59 in each component.
Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency Certificate: overall score of 180 or above with no less than 175 in each component.

The date of the test must be less than 2 years old at the beginning of the course (i.e. no older than 1^st September 2024 for the academic year 2026-2027 – the date taken into account is the date of the test, not the date of receipt of the results).

Candidates exempted from providing an English test

Applicants do not have to provide any English language test in the following cases:

If they are citizens of one of the countries listed here: Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada*, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, United States of America (but can be asked to prove their level in English). Citizenship not-listed there cannot be accepted as an English language proficiency proof in any case.

(*1) Specific condition for Canada: Applicants may provide a Canadian degree so long as they supply sufficient proof from the institution that the degree was taught and examined in English.

If they hold a previous higher education degree fully taught in English in one of the countries listed above (but can be asked to prove their level in English). Degrees from any other countries, even if taught in English, will not be accepted. Applicants must have already graduated from the degree used as proof of proficiency for it to be considered valid. They have to demonstrate that the whole study was fully conducted in English. If this is not clearly stated in a degree diploma, please attach additionally an official document issued by the university proving it (such as MoI).
Online studies are not accepted

We advise you to book a place for the language test(s) required as soon as possible. Certain locations may have limited availability of dates that align with the prescribed application deadlines for our Master’s Programme.

References / recommendations

Two different letters of recommendation are mandatory.

Both letters of recommendation should be from an academic or professional contact (lecturer, supervisor, work manager, etc). References from personal contacts will not be accepted.

Instructions for your referees – What their recommendation letter should include

Explain your suitability for the Master of Public Health programme.Your referee should describe why they believe you are a good candidate for the MPH, highlighting your motivation, relevant skills, and potential to succeed in an international and multidisciplinary public health environment.
Comment on your academic or professional achievements.
They should mention any notable accomplishments, such as academic results, research experience, or professional contributions in health or related fields.
Describe the work you have done under their supervision or in collaboration with them.
This may include specific tasks, projects, or responsibilities you undertook, along with their assessment of your performance and engagement.
Provide any additional information they consider relevant to your application.
Your referee is welcome to share further insights that could support your candidacy, such as personal qualities, leadership potential, or challenges you have overcome.

Copy of identity document

For Non-European students: valid passport

For European students: ID card or valid passport

How to apply

Find here all the information regarding the application procedure.

Admission requirements for 2026 intake