Overview

Public health is about preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the efforts of society. Learn more with Public Health (part-time) (Online Learning) from The University of Edinburgh.

Who this programme is for

Whether you are already a working professional in this area, or new to the subject, this MPH online programme is for those wishing to address today's problems in public health.

Our MPH programme provides you with an understanding of how different scientific disciplines can be used to investigate and then develop the best professional practice in epidemiology, public health and the social science of health.

The programme is designed to provide an entry point to either the public health profession or public health research for those new to the subject, but also to provide sufficient depth for the benefit of existing public health professionals.

The range of elective courses reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the subject.

Career opportunities

The programme will equip you with an extensive Public Health knowledge which will improve employment prospects in the evolving public health arena.

Students have found excellent opportunities in government, health department, research, policy-making, NGO, charity and international settings.

The Masters can also offer a good basis for further study in the form of a PhD or Professional Doctorate.

Programme Structure

Core areas of learning

Epidemiological study design and statistical analysis
Screening, surveillance, outbreak response, and public health communication
Public health policy content, stakeholders, and processes
Qualitative research methods
Systematic review theory and practice
Practical research planning and implementation
Critical appraisal of scientific literature

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-23 00:00:00

More details

We encourage you to apply at least one month prior to entry so that we have enough time to process your application.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

70

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Public Health Health Administration View 224 other Masters in Public Health in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

70

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent in medicine, nursing, social science, science, biomedicine, or other related discipline.

Tuition Fee

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International

6370 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6370 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

6370 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6370 GBP per year during 36 months.

Online Distance Learning: £6,370.00
International/EU fees have still to be agreed

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Health (part-time) (Online Learning).

Available Scholarships

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