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Master of Public Health MPH

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Full time | University of Liverpool | 12 months | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MPH - Master of Public Health

Subject areas

Health Promotion Environmental Health (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course overview

Build the foundations of a career as a public health leader striving to promote health to, and prevent disease in, individuals, families, communities and populations. You’ll analyse public health systems, health protection principles and improvement strategies, learn how to reduce inequalities, and gain essential statistical, research and leadership skills.

Introduction

Public health is about tackling the wider determinants of health and wellbeing. On this programme we’ll equip you with the expertise required to put public health principles into practice.

Established in 1989, the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree is internationally respected for its multidisciplinary focus and commitment to the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Health for All principles.

Critically appraising the complexities of health and social care systems, you’ll explore contemporary and historical influences on public health systems.

We’ll introduce you to key health protection principles, trace the development and evolution of health improvement strategies, and examine the social factors driving health inequalities.

Gaining experience using advanced statistical data and epidemiological techniques, you’ll discover qualitative research methodologies and receive a grounding in management theories and practice.

The MPH forms a core component of approved training programmes for Health Education North West (HENW). As such, it will help you prepare for UK Faculty of Public Health Part A examinations. You’ll graduate ready to take on a variety of leadership and management roles in public health research, practice and policy.

Who is this course for?

The course attracts students from a wide variety of backgrounds. These include medicine, nursing, pharmacy, occupational therapy, health services, health service management and environmental health, as well as natural sciences, social sciences and humanities subjects.

It’s a suitable programme if you’re working in any area of public health, health services management, policy and planning, housing or transport, or for governmental organisations, community groups and non-governmental organisations.

What you'll learn

Key statistical concepts and epidemiological techniques in healthcare

The application of social science theories and sociological concepts to public health.

How to devise a public health improvement strategy

Current and historical influences on the development of public health systems

Key management theories and concepts underpinning health services

How to use qualitative research to explore current issues in healthcare.

Social determinants of health inequalities

Principles of health protection from infectious diseases, hazards, and emerging threats

How to assess the evidence behind healthcare interventions

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£26,400

Entry requirements

The Master of Public Health (MPH) is available to any University graduate in a health or health-related profession, as well as non-health-related graduates.; In addition, you’ll require GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or equivalent.; You’ll need to provide a personal statement detailing why you wish to undertake the programme and supply one independent academic or professional reference.; Nursing (non-degree) qualifications can also be considered on an individual basis.