Course summary
This modular multidisciplinary programme in public health is designed to provide academic training to professionals currently working in, or who wish to work in, the public health field. Students attend compulsory modules then choose from a wide range of approved modules. Students also have to attend a non assessed introductory week at the beginning of the course which provides an introduction to Public Health in particular in the context of health services in the UK. If you wish to study this programme to Postgraduate Diploma level then you will need to complete the taught elements of the programme but will not need to complete a dissertation.
Modules
Core modules Introduction to Public Health (not assessed) Epidemiology Statistics and Research Methods (20 credits) Practical Epidemiology and Statistics (20 credits) Health Information and Health Informatics (10 credits) Option Modules (Tier 2) You will choose 30 credits from the list below: Principles of Health Technology Assessment (10 credits) Health Economics (10 credits) Introduction to Leadership and Management in Health (10 credits) Health Care Evaluation and Commissioning (10 credits) Health Protection 1 (10 credits) Sociology and Social Policy (10 credits) Health Promotion (10 credits) Public Health in low and middle income countries (10 credits) Option Modules (Tier 3) You choose modules to a total of 40 credits from the list below or any other Tier 2 module not already claimed: Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis (20 credits) Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits) Clinical Trials (MPH) (20 credits) Health Protection 2 (10 credits) Advanced Statistical Methods (10 credits) International Health Protection (10 credits) Further Public Health in low and middle income countries (20 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment is via a mixture of examination and assignment. If a module is assessed by assignment you will usually have approx 4-5 weeks to complete it after the module has finished. If a module is assessed by examination these will take place at the end of May except for the module 'Epidemiology and Statistics' which takes place before Christmas. MPH students complete their Master's degree by also undertaking a research project and writing a 10,000 word dissertation. This provides an opportunity to pursue a specific area of public health in depth, and to demonstrate the knowledge and skills acquired during the taught part of the course. It is therefore undertaken only once the taught part of the course has been successfully completed.
How to apply
International applicants
We accept a range of qualifications, our country pages show you what qualifications we accept from your country. You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways: by holding an English language qualification to the right level or by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students English to IELTS 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component) or TOEFL Internet based 95 overall with no less than 22 in any band. If you need help with your English language skills then support is available. The English for Academic Purposes Presessional course is for international students who have a conditional offer to study at the University, but who do not currently meet the English language requirements. The course is tailored to your level of English and allows you to meet the English language requirements for your programme without retaking IELTS. The EAP programme runs throughout the year and offers different programme lengths ranging from 42 weeks to 6 weeks. The length of course you need depends on your future course, your existing IELTS score and the English level you need for your university degree.
Entry requirements
This programme is open to those with a good first degree in any subject of relevance to public health; this includes most biological sciences. Applications are also welcome from UK medical students who wish to intercalate. For the diploma, applications are also accepted from those with a relevant professional qualification or sufficient Public Health experience at the appropriate level without a primary degree, e.g. registered nurses. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the course administrator. Please note: Applications are considered as they are received throughout the year with places awarded to candidates meeting the entry requirements on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Applications from overseas students need to be received by June to enable enough time for processing. Applications from UK students can be accepted until early August.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT