This Master's in Public Health (MPH) evaluates and critically appraises approaches to health and disease. It'll prepare you for a career in public health in the UK and internationally with roles in:
the UK National Health Service (or its equal abroad)
local government
the voluntary sector
academia
Public health specialists address health issues at various levels, including:
societal - tackling health inequalities through advanced research methodologies
demographic - understanding the impact of ageing and long-term conditions across the life course
cultural - addressing shifts in public attitudes towards health and wellness
social - engaging with issues such as substance misuse and their public health implications
You'll address these issues with a range of advanced research skills. You'll learn how to apply research findings to improve population health and health services.
You'll study in the Population and Health Sciences Institute in the Faculty of Medical Sciences.
You can study stand-alone modules from this degree as Continued Professional Development (CPD Public Health 6017P).
You'll gain invaluable hands-on experience. You'll use cutting-edge methods that are driving modern public health strategies. This immersive learning environment will equip you with practical skills.