Program Overview
The Public Health (Health Technology Assessment) MPHPG DiplomaPG Certificate at University of Birmingham is a MSc 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 Public Health (Health Technology Assessment) MPHPG DiplomaPG Certificate 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 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health (Health Technology Assessment) MPHPG DiplomaPG Certificate 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
- Epidemiology Statistics and Research Methods
- Practical Epidemiology and Statistics
- Health Information and Health Informatics
- Principles of Health Technology Assessment
- Health Economics
- Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis
- Introduction to Leadership and Management in Health
- Health Care Evaluation and Commissioning
- Health Protection 1
- Sociology and Social Policy
- Health Promotion (MPH)
- Public Health in low and middle income countries
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Advanced Statistical Methods
- Clinical Trials (MPH)
- International Health Protection
- Health Protection 2
- Oral Health and Dental Services
- Further Public Health in low and middle income countries
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An upper second-class degree (or equivalent) in Medicine, a life science or another relevant subject; an interest in public health or epidemiology; experience of working in public health or a related field would be an advantage. Recent graduates with limited relevant experience may apply if they can demonstrate an interest in public health.\xc2\xa0
Students seeking entry to the Certificate or Diploma programmes can also be considered if they have a relevant professional qualification, for example RGN, or experience of working in a health protection, public health or related field.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
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 2003-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months