PGDip Public Health (International) at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This postgraduate diploma gives health and related professionals core principles and skills to improve healthcare provision and address global health challenges. It is taught in an international classroom and offers flexibility to tailor modules to individual interests.

Department: Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development, Leeds Institute of Health Sciences | Duration: 9 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Introduction to Global Health and Epidemiology (30 credits) and Health Systems Research Methods (15 credits), with optional specialist modules in public health, policy, planning and management.

Career pathways

Graduates work in ministries of health, international organisations, civil society organisations, universities, consulting firms and private health providers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Either (a) a Second Class Honours degree or above in medicine, health, social sciences or another relevant discipline plus at least one year of full-time relevant experience in health or related sectors (private, public, NGO or charitable), or (b) a professional diploma in health or a relevant discipline plus five years of relevant experience. Experience in a low or middle-income country is preferred. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,800 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 20,066 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 9 months full-time

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