Program Overview
The International Public Health at University of Birmingham is a PGCert programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 International 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International 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
- Introduction to Public Health (not assessed)
- Epidemiology Statistics and Research Methods (20 credits)
- Practical Epidemiology and Statistics (20 credits)
- Health Information and Health Informatics (10 credits)
- Public Health in low and middle income countries (10 credits)
- Further Public Health in low and middle income countries (20 credits)
- Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis (10 credits)
- Principles of Health Technology Assessment (10 credits)
- Health Economics (10 credits)
- Introduction to Leadership and Management in Health (10 credits)
- Health Care Evaluation and Commissioning (10 credits)
- Health Protection 1 (10 credits)
- Sociology and Social Policy (10 credits)
- Health Promotion (MPH) (10 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
This programme is open to those with a good first degree in any subject of relevance to public health; this includes most biological sciences. Applications are also welcome from UK medical students who wish to intercalate. For the diploma, applications are also accepted from those with a relevant professional qualification or sufficient Public Health experience at the appropriate level without a primary degree, e.g. registered nurses. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the course administrator.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham 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 Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 31 July 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months