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MPH - Master of Public Health
University of Birmingham
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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MPH - Master of Public Health
University of Birmingham
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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The aim of this programme is to provide students with an enhanced preparation for continuing academic study or Part A of the Membership of the Faculty of Public Health (UK) examination.
We also offer the following Public Health programmes:
As well as practising clinicians, the course may be of considerable value for you if you are involved (or thinking about becoming involved) in senior management in health services, as it covers most aspects of population health including epidemiology, statistics, health economics and health service management.
Its modular nature allows the flexibility for you to shape the programme to fit your needs in a way that ensures maximum utility with minimum disruption. Moreover, the course is delivered in an environment that combines the pragmatism and ‘can do’ spirit of a modern dynamic health service with the rigour, discipline, and high standards of a premier Russell Group University. The course covers many of the areas necessary for sitting the Part A examination of the Faculty of Public Health.
Why study this course?
Our programme is an internationally recognised qualification in Public Health. It equips you with a broad range of skills that are invaluable for:
planning, management and evaluation of health services, for disease prevention, health protection and for health promotion
developing your career in a wide range of professional settings, both within and without Public Health and Epidemiology
The course also covers many of the areas necessary for sitting the Part A examination of the Faculty of Public Health.
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We recognise that as a postgraduate student you are likely to have specific requirements when it comes to planning for your next career step. Employers expect postgraduates to have a range of skills that exceed their subject knowledge. Careers Network offers a range of events and support services that are designed for all students, including postgraduates looking to find their niche in the job market. The Careers Network also have subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each College so you can be assured the information you receive will be relevant to your subject area.
This programme is open to those with a good first degree in any subject of relevance to public health; this includes most biological sciences. Applications are also welcome from UK medical students who wish to intercalate. For the diploma, applications are also accepted from those with a relevant professional qualification or sufficient Public Health experience at the appropriate level without a primary degree, e.g. registered nurses. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the course administrator.
Students living in
Domestic
£6,498 per year
Students from Domestic
The mentioned fees is for 2023/24. There may be slight increase in 2024/25.
£15,238 per year
Students from EU
The mentioned fees is for 2023/24. There may be slight increase in 2024/25.
£15,238 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fees is for 2023/24. There may be slight increase in 2024/25.
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