MSc Public Health (PG Cert, PG Dip) at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

LJMU's well-established Public Health MSc offers a research-informed learning environment reflecting latest sector developments. This well-established programme, underpinned by the Public Health Skills and Career Framework (2010), is the ideal choice if you want to develop or enhance your public health knowledge and competencies. We provide a shared learning environment where those already working in the public health sector can bring prior knowledge and experience to share with their peers, some who will be sharing similar work experiences and others who will be at the beginning of their public health career.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science | Department: School of Nursing, Public and Allied Health | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This module introduces MSc students to the core principles and practices of public health, linking foundational concepts and theories with contemporary issues and practical skills, ensuring MSc students are equipped for real-world public health challenges. It covers key concepts such as social determinants of health, epidemiology, health systems, policy, and interventions, using contemporary research and case studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: Standard entry Applicants are normally required to possess a good honours degree (minimum grade 2.2) in any related health or social science discipline. Work experience will also be considered where relevant. Alternative qualifications considered: Non-standard entry: For applicants not in possession of a good honours degree, the programme leader will take into account relevant professional qualifications (e.g. Nursing Registration, Qualification in Social Work, Environmental Health qualification) and experience. The programme team will consider the relevancy of experience on a case-by-case basis.; Any participant who. IELTS: English language will be required and normally based on an overall score of 6.5 with no component less than 5.5 or equivalent View country specific entry requirements. Other international requirements: Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via ECCTIS. View country specific entry requirements Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team for guidance on visa information. Further information is .

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,980 for the whole programme (2027/28). Course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://oaf.ljmu.ac.uk/

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