Master [Public Health] From City, University of London

Who is it for?

This Masters in Public Health (MPH) programme from City, University of London is for professionals from clinical and non-clinical backgrounds who aspire to solve public health problems. Students often want to move into a leadership or management role and find the content Ð which covers everything from planning evaluation studies to designing a public health programme Ð comprehensive and relevant.

Objectives

The Masters in Public Health programme will equip you with skills in research methods and theoretical knowledge in public health sciences, which you will need to lead and evaluate public health programmes.

Our approach is non-clinical and informed by evidence-based practice. We explore how public health is mapped and measured, and use case studies to unpick how socio-economic and political forces influence the public health agenda. We also consider the unique ethical issues that arise within public health interventions.

As a School we lead high-quality research and practice that advances public health, paying particular attention to the world's poorest populations. The School offers you the opportunity to interact and learn from the expertise of eminent academic staff, specialising in diverse topics.

Career prospects

The Masters in Public Health is an internationally recognised degree. Our graduates work globally in the public and private sectors including international agencies, charities, government, industry and private practice.

From international NGOs to government ministries of health, donor organisations and the NHS, you will graduate with the ability to apply your skills in conducting research, report writing and leading public health programmes. In addition, you will be able to use the strong foundation in public health theory and research methods gained on the course to work within professional bodies and study at doctoral level.