Master of Public Health at Northumbria University

Popular with both UK-based and international students, the Master of Public Health course has been specifically designed for those who wish to develop their career within public health, in addition to those looking to promote the health of the public as part of their current professional role. Upon successful graduation you will possess in-depth research and enquiry skills, and a critical understanding of their application in a public health employment context.

Faculty: School of Communities and Education  |  Duration: 18 months Full Time; 28 months Part Time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: January  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Research: Approaches, Methods and skills, Public Health Fundamentals: Concepts, Theories and Frameworks, Public health intelligence and epidemiology: informing policy and strategy, Leadership and Collaborative Working in Public Health and Healthcare, Health Improvement: Behaviours, Practices, Interventions and Management; Year 2 core modules: Dissertation Project.

Career pathways

Upon graduation you will possess the skills required for leadership, management and system-based thinking in public health, all of which will enhance your ability to lead and manage in a variety of public health organisations in the UK and worldwide.

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