MD Social & Public Health Science at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

The Social and Public Health Science portfolio in the School of Health & Wellbeing studies the social, behavioural, economic, cultural and environmental influences on health, applying social science theory and methods. Work is often carried out with government, local authorities and third sector organisations.

Department: School of Health & Wellbeing | Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Individually tailored research projects around the expertise of principal investigators, using quantitative, qualitative and systematic review approaches. Topics include complex interventions, complex systems science, health inequalities and linked data, natural experiments, social networks and public health policies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants to the MD must hold an MBChB or equivalent and be working clinically in a public health or related field. Required documents: academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV, MVLS cover letter and two references. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 6.5 (TOEFL iBT 98 overall for tests from 21 January 2026, PTE Academic test centre 70 overall with component minimums; other tests accepted); tests must be within 2 years 5 months of the start date.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). UK fee for 2026/27 as stated; 2027/28 UK fee to be confirmed; part-time is half the full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 33,708 a year (2027/28). International & EU full-time annual tuition fee; part-time is half the full-time fee; bench fees not included Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time

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