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Public Health MSc / PGDip / PGCert at University of Sussex

University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Public Health MSc / PGDip / PGCert is offered at University of Sussex.

Faculty: Brighton and Sussex Medical School  |  Department: Brighton and Sussex Medical School  |  Duration: full time: 1 year; part time: Flexible (2-year minimum)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

We welcome applications from all candidates who are intending to work in public health or related fields, as well as professionals who are in a position to deliver improvements in population health. Some of our students come straight from undergraduate studies, whilst others have extensive work experience. Applicants should have achieved a first or upper second-class undergraduate honours degree or equivalent in any Public Health-related subject. OR Evidence of at least five years of work experience in an environment related to public health. Applicants must demonstrate a capacity to study at Masters level. OR Successful completion of at least three years of basic medical science at a UK medical school (having gained at least 360 credits) with a guaranteed place to continue medical studies on completion of the MSc. Personal Statement Applicants are required to submit a personal statement no more than 4,000 characters or 47 lines in length outlining why they are the ideal candidate for this course. Please adhere to the length and guidelines specified on the University Admissions page here . English language requirements For international students an IELTS score of 7 or above is required, with no less than 6.5 in each section, and no less than 7 for writing. Both UK and international students are eligible for this course. Due to visa restrictions, international students requiring a student visa (including EU/EEA who require a student visa) are eligible to apply for BSMS full-time Masters courses only. Part-time Masters courses, all PGDip and all PGCert courses are open to UK and Irish students and international students (including EU/EEA) who have an alternative visa/immigration permission to stay in the UK (such as settled/pre-settled status, Tier 2/work visa, indefinite

Duration: full time: 1 year; part time: Flexible (2-year minimum)

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