Master of Public Health

Course overview

The MPH provides comprehensive knowledge of modern public health practice, including epidemiology, health economics, health policy, infection control and health improvement. It develops analytical and research skills for addressing complex health challenges at local, national and global levels.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£18,900 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

95% Fee

Country

Scotland

Campus

Lanarkshire Campus

Official course page

https://www.uws.ac.uk/study/

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. International applicants must meet the course-specific academic requirements and English language requirements, normally IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 or an accepted equivalent.

Scholarships & discounts

For selected programmes at UWS Scottish and London campuses: • Class-based programmes: net fee £13,000 • Lab-based programmes: net fee £15,000

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Live interview

Course modules

Principles of Public Health (20 credits) Research for Health & Social Care (20) MSc Research Project (60) Principles of Infection and Disease Control (20) Global Health Economics & Health Systems (20) Concepts in One Health (20) Statistical Methods for Public Health (20) Epidemiology (20) Women's Mental Health (20, Women's Health pathway) Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls (20, Women's Health pathway)