MSc Public Health and Wellbeing

The MSc Public Health and Wellbeing at the University of Suffolk is a one-year full-time programme designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance the health of populations. The programme focuses on methods for addressing and preventing health problems, as well as handling the complex factors that influence health inequalities at local and global levels.

The course also covers the core principles of public health, research methods, epidemiology, and global public health leadership. During the programme, students also choose two optional modules, which may include Public Health Nutrition or Physical Activity, and complete the course with a Dissertation.

The University of Suffolk is an institution that is committed to transformative education with a positive impact in its region. It has achieved significant national recognition, including being voted 1st University of the Year in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025.

The university is also dedicated to excellence and offers high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including Health Sciences and Society, Business, Arts, Social Sciences, and Technology.

Prospective students should submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other important academic information. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students can also upload their CVs along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants need at least a second-class honours undergraduate degree in fields like social sciences or health.
• Relevant work experience in the public health sector is also accepted.

English Proficiency

• Applicants whose first language is not English need to score 6.5 overall in IELTS with 5.5 in each section.

The tuition fee for international students taking the MSc Public Health and Wellbeing at the University of Suffolk is £15,210 per year.

The University of Suffolk provides a range of scholarships and bursaries to support international students with the cost of their education. These awards are usually based on merit, competitive, and offer a reduction in the tuition fee to make studying more accessible.

Graduates of the MSc Public Health and Wellbeing from the University of Suffolk may pursue careers as:

• Epidemiologists
• Health Promotion Specialists
• Public Health Consultants
• Global Health Programme Co-ordinators
• Environmental Health Professionals
• Biostatisticians

Prospective students should apply directly to the University website or reach out to our trained advisors for help.