MSc Public Health

The MSc Public Health at University College Birmingham professionally aligned with the Public Health Knowledge and Skills Framework (PHKSF), is designed to ensure students have a clear focus on the skills required for the public health workforce, including policy, practice, and multi-agency collaboration.

Learning methods include lectures, workshops, and tutorials, supported by resources on the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), while assessment is carried out through written examinations, coursework, presentations, and a Public Health Dissertation. Optional work placements, though not compulsory, are also available during the course to allow students to gain valuable experience.

University College Birmingham provides state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive student support through its Hired team, which assists with career planning and securing work placements. It also offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as Dietetics, Culinary Arts Management, Business, and Psychology, as well as the Public Health MSc.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other important 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:

• Candidates need at least a second-class undergraduate degree in fields like health, biological sciences, or social sciences. Alternatively, a different degree will be considered if the student has enough work experience in the health or public service sector.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.0 overall in the IELTS with no section below 5.5.

The current cost for studying MSc Public Health at University College Birmingham is £17,000 per year for International students.

University College Birmingham offers several scholarship opportunities for its postgraduate students, including the Vice Chancellor's Award, which covers the entire tuition fee, and the Dean's Award, which grants a 50% reduction in tuition costs. These awards are designed to recognise and support international students who have achieved excellent academic results.

Graduates of the MSc Public Health from University College Birmingham can pursue roles as:

• Public Health Practitioners
• Health Promotion Officers
• Health Researchers
• Health Education Specialists
• Health Policy Advisors

Candidates can apply for the course directly on the university's official website. You can also reach our trained advisors for help.