MSc Public Health at Leeds Trinity University

Programme overview

Public health is a rapidly evolving field shaped by social, economic and environmental challenges at local, national and global levels. This MSc explores the factors that influence population health and equips students with the knowledge and analytical skills to understand, evaluate and respond to contemporary health challenges.

Faculty: School of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: January 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: core modules include Epidemiology, Data Science and Research Practice in Public Health, Contemporary Perspectives, Policy, Leadership and Systems, Global Public Health and Health Inequalities, Health Promotion, Behaviour Change and Public Health Interventions, Public Health Dissertation.

Career pathways

With a strong emphasis on health equity and social justice, the programme prepares graduates for diverse careers in health, policy, research, community development, international organisations and beyond. You’ll develop the confidence to analyse complex health inequalities and apply evidence-based solutions, preparing you for a career in public health practice, policy or research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For more information on meeting English language requirements and academic requirements by country, visit our International Applicants page. Academic requirements Entry requirements for January 2027 entry: An honours degree (2.2 or above) in a related area such as health sciences, biomedical sciences, sport and exercise science, psychology, sociology, social sciences, international development, public policy, nursing, health and social care, or other related disciplines. OR An honours degree (2.1 or above) in a non-related area such as health, community development, wellbeing or social care. Alternatively, we will consider applicants with at least three years of relevant experience International applicants must meet the University’s English language requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,000 a year (2026/27). UK home tuition fee for the full-time course; part-time charged pro rata. Full-time fee. Source

International applicants: GBP 15,000 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee. Full-time fee. Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/home-applicants/

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