MPH Public Health

Buckinghamshire New University’s MPH Public Health is a one-year master’s degree aimed at those working or wanting to work in public health, healthcare, or community sectors. It prepares students to address health challenges through leadership and research.

The course covers epidemiology, health promotion, environmental health, policy, and global health. Students learn how to analyse public health issues and contribute to improving population health.

Learning is delivered through lectures, workshops, and seminars. Assessments are carried out through essays, presentations, and a final research project, which helps graduates develop communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

Buckinghamshire New University is a public university in High Wycombe, just 30 minutes from London. The university is one of the most revered in the UK, and has a near-perfect record of academic excellence with a pass rate of 95%. It offers practical learning in the Gateway Building, with small class sizes and a second-to-none student support.

For MPH Public Health Students, BNU provides a learner-friendly environment that builds students into skilled graduates who can handle the complex tasks in the public health sector.

Grade Requirements

• Candidates are required to hold a 2:1 minimum degree in a relevant field, which could be in Science, Social Science, Life Sciences, Social Care, Healthcare or Allied Health. However, applicants with a 2:2 degree may still be considered if they can showcase their professional experience in the public health sector.

English Proficiency

• International students must provide an IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent test.

The tuition fee for international students pursuing the MPH in Public Health course at BNU is £15,550 per year.

BNU offers scholarships and bursaries to help international students cover tuition fees and minor expenses during their studies. The Vice-Chancellor’s International Students Scholarship provides £3,000, reducing fees to around £12,550 in the first year. The GREAT Scholarships 2025 also offer a minimum of £10,000 as a tuition fee reduction for outstanding students.

Other funding opportunities are available through the BNU Refugee, Early Payment Discount (up to £500), Asylum Seeker Scholarships, and Postgraduate Financial Support. 

Graduates of the MPH in Public Health at BNU are prepared to handle roles in the health sector. Some of these roles include:

• Public Health Officer
• Health Policy Analyst
• Epidemiologist/Research Associate
• Community Health Coordinator
• NGO/Charity Health Programme Manager
• Health Promotion Specialist

Candidates interested in the MPH in Public Health at BNU can get assistance with their application. Contact AHZ counsellors for guidance now.