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Full time | University of Sunderland | 1 year | 16-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Health Promotion Environmental Health (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

This course mixes taught elements with independent projects. We support you with guidance and inspiration, and you will negotiate a final project that matches your personal interests. You will analyse the global and national policy, and its practical implications, and have an opportunity to study an area of healthcare in depth.

Public health covers three key domains: Health improvement, which includes monitoring specific diseases, risk factors and inequalities; Improving services, which includes audit, evaluation, service planning and efficiency; and Health protection, which includes responses to infectious diseases and environmental hazards.

Why us?

  • Our Institute of Health Sciences and Wellbeing aims to conduct world-leading research that leads to better physical and mental health for all
  • As our lecturers continue to work in public health, you will learn from their up-to-date knowledge and practice

Career ready

The increased emphasis on wellness is leading to new types of employment in helping people live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. On completing this course, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to work at an advanced level in line with current health legislation and policy.

Modules

Dissertation (60 Credits)
Applied Public Health Practice (30 Credits)
Health Research Methods and Critical Appraisal (30 Credits)
Sociological Perspectives and Global Health (30 Credits)

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£7,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£15,900

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree with a classification of 2:2 or above, in a health related discipline.