MPH Master of Public Health Applied

The MPH Master's in Public Health (Applied) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, is a two-year, full-time postgraduate programme designed to equip students with advanced practical and theoretical knowledge to tackle modern public health challenges. It integrates classroom learning with real-world experience through a mandatory internship or research placement, ensuring graduates are career-ready and skilled in evidence-based practice.

Assessments are diverse and practice-oriented, including essays, project proposals, case studies, presentations, internship performance evaluations, and a final dissertation. This applied approach develops key competencies in research, leadership, evaluation, and critical thinking.

The programme aligns with both national and international standards in public health, adhering to the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework, Faculty of Public Health Core Competencies, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Grade Requirements:

Applicants should hold at least a second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant field such as Health, Life Sciences, Social Sciences, or Public Health. Applicants with degrees in other disciplines may also be considered if they possess significant professional experience in public health, healthcare, or research.

English Language Requirements:

For applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds, an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no band lower than 5.5 is required, or an equivalent recognised English language qualification.

Teesside University offers a variety of funding opportunities to support international students. For this programme, the following scholarship is available:

• Global Excellence Scholarship – an automatic award worth £2,000 for eligible international students based on academic merit and the quality of their application.

Graduates of the MPH Master's in Public Health (Applied) are equipped for impactful roles across various health and policy sectors, including:

• Public Health Officer
• Health Policy Analyst
• Epidemiologist
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Research Associate in Public Health
• Health Programme Manager

Applications for this course can be submitted directly through the Teesside University online application portal. For personalised assistance with your application, please reach out to one of our trained counsellors who can guide you through the process.