Master of Public Health (MPH)
School of Health and Related Research, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health
We have a global reputation. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise places us first in the UK for health services research.
About the course1 year full-time/2-3 years part-time/2-4 years part-time by distance learning The course is designed to provide you with the skills you need to understand the social factors that determine public health. Research skills. Evaluation skills. Analytical skills. Our modules set public health in an international context, so the course attracts students from all over the world. Entry requirements2:1 honours degree, or a recognised medical degree or significant experience in public health. English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 7.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students Core modules
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Distance learningIf your life is too busy for a full-time course, you can take the MPH part-time, by distance learning (DL). DL means you study online, at your own pace, wherever you are. Teaching methods include video, podcasts and web lectures. There are fewer optional modules than on the full-time course. As a DL student, you can take between two and four years to finish the full MPH. Or you can take individual modules, whenever you feel like it, as part of your continuing professional development (CPD). Teaching
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Fees and fundingFinancial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: Teaching Support Unit |
Your careerThis course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to understand and improve health services. Our graduates go on to positions in health services management and health and social care, and to further clinical training or academic research. About usWe employ around 300 staff and attract £6 million per year in external support. Our staff are active in their research. This means that what we teach you is based on current findings. We have experts in health economics, public health sciences, the sociology of health, health psychology, decision analysis, management sciences, epidemiology, medical statistics and information science. Our courses attract students from all over the world FacilitiesWe have purpose-built executive teaching facilities for our students. You'll have 24/7 access to library and computing facilities. We provide specialist information and library services in our information resources section. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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