Public Health Birmingham City University

Overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) programme at Birmingham City University is tailored for individuals with a background in health-related fields, including health science, health promotion, public health nursing, nutrition, medicine, and veterinary science. This course is designed to prepare students to tackle pressing health threats worldwide, enhancing their career prospects and enabling them to take on senior roles in various sectors, including operational, policy, and commissioning levels.

Why Public Health at Birmingham City University?

Birmingham City University is recognised for its impactful research projects that contribute positively to local policy and practice innovations, such as the Be Active campaign and sexual health research within the Somali community. The university's commitment to excellence is reflected in its state-of-the-art facilities, including the £71 million City South Campus, which provides cutting-edge resources to support student learning and development. The MPH programme is developed in alignment with the Public Health Knowledge and Skills Framework (PHKSF, 2016) and the UK National Occupational Standards for Public Health, ensuring that the curriculum is relevant and responsive to the evolving demands of the public health landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programme for the 2025/26 academic year are as follows:

• National Students: £8,925 per year
• International Students: £17,710 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The MPH programme consists of core modules totalling 160 credits, along with an optional 20-credit module. The core modules include:

• Public Health Foundations
• Public Health: From Health Protection to Community Development
• Global Public Health: A Social Context Approach
• Epidemiology, Statistics and Evaluation
• Leadership and Project Management for Health and Healthcare
• Research Methods of Enquiry
• Dissertation

Optional modules include Public Health in Practice (Placement), Public Health Emergency Preparedness Response, Health Data Science and Analytics, Migration and Health, Violence in Society, and Settings-based Approach to Health Promotion.

Careers with Public Health

Graduates of the MPH programme can pursue a variety of roles within the public health sector. Potential job titles include:

• Public Health Intelligence Analyst
• Public Health Practitioner
• Health Promotion Advisor
• Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
• Health Data Analyst
• Field Epidemiologist
• Community Development Worker
• Health Researcher

Alumni have secured positions in esteemed organisations, including roles such as National Mental Health Promotion Lead and Director of Public Health, showcasing the diverse career pathways available to graduates.