MSc Applied Public Health

The MSc Applied Public Health degree focuses on health equity and social justice, aiming to develop reflective practitioners who use systematic and practical understanding to protect and improve health globally and locally. The programme supports students in building leadership, innovation, and technical skills to advocate for, influence, and implement changes in policy and practice.

Students will have on-campus and online learning, and will be taught through lectures, seminars, and practical sessions. Assessments, which include professional reports, policy briefings, and intervention design portfolios, are directly related to real-world tasks, ensuring practical application. There are no unseen written examinations.

The Cardiff Metropolitan University is a reputable university with a high quality of teaching and graduate employability in a variety of professional careers. The university facilitates an excellent learning process so that the graduates are prepared to face the market with ethical, global, digital, and entrepreneurial skills.

The institution provides a broad selection of both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its academic schools. This ensures the university offers many degrees in fields such as Art & Design, Education, Management, Sport & Health Sciences, and Technologies, alongside this specialist Master's programme in healthcare.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants applying directly after a Bachelor's degree should hold at least a 2:1 classification; however, significant relevant experience is also considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an academic IELTS 6.0 standard with no sub-score lower than 5.5.
• Students can also submit equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) scores for assessment.

Tuition fee for the MSc Applied Public Health at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £17,600 for international students.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers a selection of scholarships and financial awards to support both UK and international postgraduate students throughout their period of study. These opportunities recognise academic excellence or assist students with the costs of living and tuition. Graduates of the university may also be eligible for a 20 per cent reduction in tuition fees through the Alumni Discount scheme.

Graduates of this programme work as:

• Public Health Practitioner
• Health Improvement Specialist
• Epidemiologist
• Health Protection Officer
• Policy Analyst

An application for this course can be submitted directly to the university through the online application form. Our trained advisors are available to help you.