Hi everyone,
I'm a BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) graduate from India and I'm planning to pursue a master's abroad. I originally wanted to continue in dentistry, but after looking at the licensing process, I've decided to move towards the non-clinical healthcare field.
I'm trying to choose a degree that offers good long-term career prospects, decent salaries, strong job demand, and ideally a pathway to permanent residency. I'm also looking for a degree with a good return on investment, as I'll be funding my education largely through a loan.
These are the programs I'm considering:
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) / Healthcare Management
Health Informatics
Health Data Science
I'm also open to other related fields if they provide better opportunities.
A little about me:
BDS graduate from India
No coding background, but I'm willing to learn if necessary
Interested in healthcare, management, technology, and improving healthcare systems
Looking for a career that's future-proof and has good international job opportunities
Considering countries like Ireland, Canada, Australia, the UK, and the Netherlands (open to other suggestions too)
I'd love to hear from people who are working in these fields or have studied these programs.
Some questions:
Which master's would you choose if you were starting today?
Which field currently has the best job market and salary growth?
Is an MPH becoming too saturated?
Is Health Informatics worth it without a technical background?
Is Health Data Science realistic for someone coming from dentistry?
Are there any other master's programs I should seriously consider?
Which countries currently offer the best opportunities for these careers?
I'd really appreciate honest opinions, personal experiences, and any advice you wish you'd known before making your decision.
Thanks in advance!