In an effort to improve excellence in the teaching of its master’s program, from December 2-6, 2024, Ifakara Health Institute's Capacity Building and Training Department conducts a transformative Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program in Tanga, Tanzania.

The five-day intensive training is aimed to refine teaching and facilitation skills, equipping facilitators of the Master of Science in Public Health Research (MScPHR) with modern methods to deliver impactful and learner-centered training.

Facilitated by Professor Senga Pemba of St. Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, the program covers essential topics such as effective teaching methodologies, curriculum comprehension, student learning approaches, and microteaching techniques.

Preparing students for real-world challenges

Special attention is given to designing modern examinations that align with learning objectives, fostering critical thinking, and preparing students for real-world challenges.

Professor Pemba emphasized the importance of structured assessments that evaluate knowledge and enhance analytical skills. Through practical sessions, participants gained hands-on experience in innovative teaching strategies, ensuring the application of theoretical knowledge to actual learning environments.

This CPD initiative underscores Ifakara’s dedication to continuous professional growth and excellence in health education.

By empowering staff with advanced teaching competencies, the Institute is reinforcing its commitment to nurturing the next generation of skilled health professionals and researchers who can tackle global health challenges effectively.

About the MScPHR

The MScPHR program is designed for young university graduates who are interested in becoming public health researchers. Modules are suited for a complete Master’s degree, but can also be taken in parts as a foundation for PhD candidates.

The program is delivered in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) in line with a MoU between Ifakara and NM-AIST. This is a two-year program divided into two parts, with 12 months of course work and 12 months of research.

Where are the MScPHR graduates go?

Graduates can pursue specializations in areas of intervention research, health system research or determinants of health and diseases. The course work is conducted at the ifakara’s Training Center based at Kingani area in Bagamoyo, Tanzania.