After completing an internship the student will know how to use the skills learned and knowledge gained in Public or International Health studies. The internship will also give students the ability to evaluate work life practices with the help of knowledge achieved in his/her studies. The student will be able to analyze his/her own knowledge-level and practical skills, as well as recognize areas where further development is needed.

The students can include and optional work placement 0-10 ECTS in their studies. There are two options to do the work practicum, 5 ECTS and 10 ECTS. 5 ECTS equals 5-6 weeks work practicum and 10 ECTS 3 months (which is required for international Erasmus work placements).

Independent work, Seminar.

The Work Practicum is composed of the information session, the internship and the internship seminar. The required documents and presentations include a written internship plan, an internship report and a presentation and evaluation discussion in the internship seminar.