The Population Health Sciences programme offered by the University of Glasgow referres to an emerging area of health research that is focused on the multiple determinants of health outcomes and their impact on a population.
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About
The University of Glasgow, is ranked in the world top 100 of universities (QS World University Rankings 2019), it provides the only online programme of its kind in the UK which is dedicated to measuring, quantifying and describing the health status and health inequalities of populations through high-level research and statistical analysis.
The Population Health Sciences programme from the University of Glasgow offers a unique opportunity to understand how physical and social environments, individual behaviour, the distribution of resources and investment and genetics impact on the health status and inequalities in populations over time.
A focus on data
You could study optional courses, such as advanced statistics, which allow students to gain a greater insight into the data and provide more thought out solutions. What’s more, rather than being assessed through a dissertation, you will be taught through data analysis, reports, posters, presentations and journal articles. Learning in this way will equip you with the practical skills that are integral to careers in public health, health services, health policy or academia.
What’s more, the programme can be tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether you want to study an MSc, a PgDip or a PgCert, or choose your duration of study between 1 and 6 years; at University of Glasgow you can further your ambitions without compromising your current commitments.
Programme Structure
100% online, interactive learning
Even if you aren’t able to visit campus you can still benefit from our industry-lead research, lecturers and close ties to the NHS. You would be able to access our interactive resources from anywhere and at any time; this includes recorded lectures, videos, discussion areas and more – whatever helps you to achieve your career goal. Ranked 1st in the Russell Group for teaching (NSS 2018), throughout your studies, you will be guided by our expert faculty, who will provide and support you with all the tools and guidance you may need.
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- Programme intensity Part-time
- Average part-time duration 30 months
- Duration description Other options are available.
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode Online
- More information Go to the programme website
English Language Requirements
You need the following IELTS score:
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Lower Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Entry requirements: 2:1 or equivalent from a recognised institution or 2:2 in a related field, with at least six months’ work experience in public health or healthcare
- International students: applicants must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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