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Overview
The Public Health programme from King's College London has a multidisciplinary study approach, which is highly academic and vocational at the same time. The knowledge provided can be positively applied to develop and shape health outcomes, and improve the wellbeing of communities.
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Delivered flexibly with the same quality and academic rigour of our on-campus programmes, this online course will provide a critical understanding of public health practice.
For students who wish to focus on certain aspects of Public Health, we also offer two specialisms, in Global Health and Mental Health.
Whether you’re looking for a career change, career advancement or aiming to specialise, this 100% online master’s programme is ideal for professionals holding relevant medical and non-medical roles. It is also suitable for those seeking employment as graduate research workers, or wishing to progress to doctoral study level.
Why study a Public Health course at King’s?
- The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is one of the largest and most successful centres for research and education in the UK. Our academic excellence is widely recognised.
- The Faculty has unparalleled expertise in basic, translational and clinical research; analytical and forensic science, asthma and allergy, biophysics and cell biology, cancer, cardiovascular, nutrition and diabetes, genetics, infection and immunology, imaging and biomedical engineering, transplantation immunology, pharmaceutical science, physiology and women’s health.
- The course's notable academics include Professor Peter Littlejohns, Professor Martin Gulliford, Professor Janet Peacock and Professor Chris McKevitt, all highly regarded in their respective disciplines.
- You can combine the development of a strong interdisciplinary foundation in public health with an opportunity to develop specialisms in the areas of Global and Mental Health.
Career Progression:
This course provides:
- Advanced academic background and qualifications required for leadership roles in public health.
- Transferable skills and knowledge that can benefit a number of career paths related to public health.
- Opportunities within research or progression to PhD.
- An enhanced CV for future job prospects.
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Teaching
- This modular course is delivered entirely online allowing students to manage their study time alongside other life commitments. Students will be taught and assessed using a variety of innovative methods designed for distance learning by instructional designers and learning technologists.
- Teaching will be delivered through video lectures, webinars, discussion boards and other interactive methods.
- Assessment will be made through coursework essays and reports, critical appraisals of published work, self-directed learning activities and other methods tailored for online learning.
Audience
Whether you’re looking for a career change, career advancement or aiming to specialise, this 100% online master’s programme is ideal for professionals holding relevant medical and non-medical roles. It is also suitable for those seeking employment as graduate research workers, or wishing to progress to doctoral study level.
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
180 alternative credits
- MSc: modules totalling 180 credits
- PG Dip: modules totalling 120 credits
- PG Cert: modules totalling 60 credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Public Health Health Administration Health Sciences View 155 other Masters in Health Administration in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree (or above) in any subject area or international equivalent.
- Degree certificates or transcripts will be required when submitting the application.
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International
1435 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1435 GBP per module during 24 months. -
National
1435 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1435 GBP per module during 24 months.
Your fees will be charged per module as you progress through the course. In the 2022/23 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,435 per module. In the 2023/24 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,507.
The number of modules you take will be determined by your chosen award as outlined below:
- Postgraduate Certificate: 4 modules
- Postgraduate Diploma: 8 modules
- Master of Science: 12 modules
Tuition fees may be subject to an annual increase (capped at 5%) each academic year in line with King's College London's terms and conditions. Each increase comes into effect in September of each year.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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