MPH Public Health (Online) at University of Manchester

Programme overview

This distance learning course is aimed at professionals who want to work in public health or acquire new skills in this area. "The University of Manchester has been far more than a place of learning. "It has opened my mind to new perspectives, introduced me to a global network of passionate individuals, and provided an environment that challenges me every day." Astra / MPH student. Learn the skills and knowledge you need to address public health concerns at local, national and international level.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: Online learning 1 yr FT, 2 yr or 3 yr PT | Study mode: full-time (distance learning) / part-time (distance learning) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

All students are required to complete Evidence-Based Practice as a compulsory core unit. Students studying the MPH full-time over one year, or part-time over two years complete a total of eight taught course units, including Evidence-Based Practice, before undertaking a substantial 60-credit dissertation. Compulsory units include Evidence Based Practice, Dissertation - Master of Public Health.

Career pathways

Most of our students complete thecourse part-time while working in a wide variety of jobs and sectors, and many (eg GPs, hospital doctors, health promotion staff, managers and researchers) take the course to give them public health skills and expertise to apply within their own profession and/or setting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a minimum of an Upper Second honours degree or the overseas equivalent . If you have obtained a Lower Second class honours degree we may still consider your application if you have significant relevant research or professional experience (e.g. 3-years or more in a public health team). BSc Public Health students This course is available to you following successful completion of your BSc with an Upper Second classification. English language: IELTS. Interview: We do not normally interview applicants, but reserve the right to do so in certain circumstances.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year (2027/28). MPH (full-time distance learning) Source

International applicants: GBP 14,000 a year (2027/28). MPH (full-time distance learning) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Online learning 1 yr FT, 2 yr or 3 yr PT

Apply through the official page: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/apply/

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