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Masters Degree Description

The range of optional modules offered and the breadth of cases used across the programme will provide opportunities for specialism in the global and local context.

Why choose this course?
You will be taught by expert teaching staff within Life and Medical Science, Nursing and Social Work and The Business School at the University of Hertfordshire
This MPH Public Health course combines the work of public health theory, practice and research
Ranked 2nd in the East of England for Social Policy (2023 Complete University Guide).
92% overall satisfaction for medicine and dentistry in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES, 2024).
Ranked 9th in the UK for health science (Daily Mail University Guide, 2025).

Entry Requirements

Good Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2.2 or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or relevant experience in the area of public health may be considered in place of a degree
GCSE (or equivalent) in English with minimum grade C or IELTS score of 7.0 (minimum of 6.5 in any band)
GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics with minimum grade C
For candidates who have no formal qualifications, candidates will be required to complete a number of selection activities which may include:

Completion of a self-assessment questionnaire based on the competency requirement of the Faculty of Public Health
Submission of a short written discussion about a public health peer-reviewed article (which will be supplied to the candidate)
Participation in an interview

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Module Details

Core modules:

Evidence Based Practice
Public Health Foundations
Public Health Research and Epidemiology
Communicable and Non-Communicable Conditions

Optional modules:

Work Based Learning in Health and Medical Practice
Project Report
Environmental Health and Wellbeing
Promoting Health
Leadership for Public Health Practice
Physical Activity and Nutrition for Public Health
Addressing Internet Addictive Behaviour - A Public Health Concern

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