Program Overview
The Public Health at University of Essex Online is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 16 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Health Promotion
- Topics in Public Health
- Health Needs Assessment and Priority Setting
- Epidemiology
- Advanced Practice in Healthcare
- Research Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to satisfy the Academic Entry Route requirements you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- An undergraduate degree from an approved institution equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification.
English language proficiency should be at a level equivalent to IELTS (Academic) 6.5.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex Online directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Essex Online
University of Essex Online
Colchester, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 16 months