Master of Public Health (MPH) at University of Derby

Programme overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) at the University of Derby is a fully online level 7 postgraduate qualification designed to develop skilled, confident, and future-focused public health professionals. This flexible programme combines academic excellence with practical application, equipping you to address today’s most urgent and complex population health challenges. The Master of Public Health can also be studied through our campus taught programme , full-time or part-time.

What you will study

MPH core modules: Principles Of Public Health, Public Health Epidemiology and Statistics, Community Health Promotion, Health Economics, Research Skills and Independent Scholarship.

Career pathways

An online Master of Public Health (MPH) can open the door to diverse and rewarding career opportunities across the health sector and beyond. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current role, transition into a new area of practice, or prepare for doctoral study, this programme provides a strong platform for professional and academic growth.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will require: Either; A minimum of a lower second-class Honours degree (2:2) or above in a public health related science from a UK university, the CNAA or an overseas equivalent with National Agency for the Recognition and Comparison of International Qualifications and Skills (ENIC-NARIC) approval.; Or; Qualifications and experience considered to be equivalent to the above. You will need to demonstrate: your potential to achieve the aims and outcomes of the programme,; your experiences are equivalent to having achieved the minimum 2:2 Honours Degree described above; Those applying via this route will be assessed, and where necessary interviewed (via Microsoft Teams), by the Programme Leader. The Programme Leader will have regard to: Level of current qualifications; Experience working in a public health setting, the roles undertaken and the level of decision-making undertaken; Ability to write in a clear, coherent and critical manner; Motivation for undertaking the programme; Support from the employer to undertake the programme

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,720 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

International applicants: GBP 9,720 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

Intake: September, January

Duration: Part-time: 2 years

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