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sustainable-energy-systems-management-msc sustainable-energy-systems-management-pgdip systemic-practice-family-therapy-msc systemic-practice-family-therapy-pgcert systemic-practice-family-therapy-pgdip systemic-psychotherapy-msc teaching-english-speakers-other-languages-applied-linguistics-msc translation-ma violence-terrorism-security-ma violence-terrorism-security-pgdip youth-justice-msc youth-justice-pgdip zero-carbon-engineering-pgcert Share Facebook Linkedin Email Undergraduate 2025 MPH | Postgraduate Taught Public Health Apply now Register Interest Entry year Academic Year 2026/27 Entry requirements 2.2 Attendance 1 year (Full-time) Places available 70 (Full Time) Overview Course content Modules Entry requirements Careers Fees and funding Apply The MPH is an internationally recognised qualification opening up many employment opportunities throughout the world. The course equips students with the knowledge and skills base to pursue a career in public health or other health-related leadership roles. Two specialist pathways are currently offered: i) MPH (core pathway): available to students who complete the required public health modules. ii) MPH (Global Health): available to students who complete the required global health modules. All core modules on the course are compulsory and students must pass all your chosen modules to complete the award.
Key Program Features
Public Health highlights
Global Opportunities
The Centre for Public Health leads high-quality research programmes, fostering collaboration among clinical experts, epidemiologists, statisticians, biochemists, geneticists, and others. Researchers within the Centre work closely with international partners through formal links with global institutions—including the World Health Organisation—as well as informal collaborations with individual specialists across various
Student Experience
One of our strengths in the MPH programmes is the joint teaching by Public Health Practitioners/Clinicians/Researchers.
You will be exposed to a wide range of public health leaders and practitioners who are working in the field of Public Health, making real changes to benefit the health of populations.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed the Public Health (MPH) course at Queen’s University Belfast. “All the modules have been extremely interesting, with a real focus on building public health knowledge and skills that will be useful in being taken forward into the workplace. “I have particularly enjoyed how engaged and passionate our lecturers have been. In particular, a highlight for me has been that many of our lecturers have been working public health professionals in the Public Health Agency, which has brought a different perspective to the lectures and has been very useful for asking questions about career pathways. “I have enjoyed doing all my assessments, which I thought the topics of were stimulating, well-informed by our module knowledge, but really allowed me to build up specific knowledge of certain public health issues. “The assessments were well-structured, with lots of variation in types of assessment from presentations to e-posters, which allowed me to build upon different skills that I perhaps hadn’t had as much chance to build in my undergraduate studies. “There has been plenty of help and support, both academically and pastorally, and I would definitely recommend the course at Queen’s to anyone interested in undertaking a master’s degree in public health.” Caitlin, (Student, Master’s in Public Health) “The Master’s in Public Health was a brilliant opportunity to enhance my public health knowledge whilst being taught by experts in their field. “I particularly enjoyed the optional modules in Semester Two, which allowed me to study two areas that I was most interested in. “Throughout the year, staff and students created a supportive learning environment, and I would definitely recommend the course to anyone thinking of pursuing a career in public health or healthcare in the future.” Beth, (Student, Master’s in Public Health) “Being an international student, I was apprehensive of the challenges I would face during the course. “Kudos to the staff, who are highly educated, knowledgeable, friendly, and busy, but spared time to ease us into the system. “Guest lectures and seminars were arranged, tea/coffee mornings were held, and a “cultural hour” was dedicated to various countries to embrace the cultures of the students to our joy. “Studying the Master’s in Public Health at Queen’s University Belfast is a dream come true.” Muskaan (Student, Master’s in Public Health) “My experience on the Master’s in Public Health at Queen’s University Belfast was nothing but phenomenal. “Right after my MBBCh studies, I joined the programme, as its unique and comprehensive curriculum aligned greatly with my goals. “The programme is led by an expert panel of teaching staff who are very supportive and keen on their students’ success. “I can say that I have learnt core knowledge across the various disciplines of public health, and been equipped with the fundamentals to be “a jack of all trades” in the field. “Through staff support, I successfully joined a PhD programme right after my master’s degree, which was made easier thanks to the knowledge gained on the master’s programme.” Reham (Alumni, Master’s in Public Health: 2022-2023) “One of the best choices in life was to do my postgraduate study at the Queens University Belfast. “Public health being a never-ending challenge in the field of preventive medicine urged me to pursue my master’s degree in this field. “Given that my academic year happened to be during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, it felt like an appropriate time to study and apply our knowledge to the affected population. “We were extremely supported by all faculty members in general, and cared for individually by our educational supervisors. “The department was very friendly and approachable to all our needs, especially as an international student. “The professors were really dedicated in their classroom sessions and would go out of their ways to assist students in the learning process. “One of the best advantages of doing the Master’s in Public Health was the dissertation module, where I got to apply all my theoretical knowledge into practice, and understood the cores of public health to a great extent. “My dissertation supervisors were unbelievably sweet and supportive, especially when I had other factors interfering with my ability to focus. “Every student is cared for in unique ways according to their needs and areas of development, which are promptly addressed to pave the way towards success.” Kevin (Alumni, Master’s in Public Health: 2019-2020)
Career Opportunities
Career Prospects
Introduction
MPH graduates will have the skills and knowledge foundation to pursue public health career opportunities in the health and social care sector, health-related non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Recent graduates roles in local and international health for organisations such as Public Health Agency, Department of Health, and NHS. Others are continuing their postgraduate education by pursuing PhD degrees.
Prizes and Awards
MPH (Global Health) - The top ranked candidate in the year will receive a Book Prize and Certificate of Merit.
MPH (core path) Carnwarth Medal and Prize
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
Students will enrol on a full-time basis for one year. In Semester 1, they must complete 60 CATS through four core modules. In Semester 2, a further 60 CATS must be completed. This equates to four modules for those on the MPH pathway, and five modules for students who choose the Global Health specialism. The MPH is awarded to students who have successfully completed all required taught modules (120 CATS) and a research project (60 CATS). Exit qualifications are available : students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma by successfully completing 120 CATS points from taught modules or a Postgraduate Certificate by successfully completing 60 CATS points from taught modules.
Introduction
This MPH comprises two taught semesters plus one research-based component. Semesters 1 and 2 involve a mixture of formal lectures, tutorials and group work and Semester 3 focuses on the research project. Programme content is based on the Diploma (part A) Examination Syllabus for Membership of the UK Faulty of Public Health. Semester 1 modules Introduce core concepts, methodologies and approaches, with an emphasis on critical thinking and the application of new knowledge: SCM8165 Public Health Concepts and Methods (10 CATS) This module provides students with the opportunity to learn fundamental skills in public health science SCM8167 Statistics in Public Health and Medical Research (10 CATS) This module focuses on handling data, performing statistical analysis and interpreting statistical output. SCM8166 Health & Social Care Systems (20 CATS) This module discusses how health systems can be strengthened and covers the application of a public health approach and perspective to the assessment of the health needs of the population and planning, commissioning (including economic evaluation) and delivery of high quality evidence based health and social care services and population screening programmes. SCM8168 Determinants of Health & Health Improvement (20 CATS) Students will identify the determinants relating to health problems experienced by individuals, populations and social groups in both a global and local context Semester 2 modules Focus on public health practice within the three principal domains/modules: SCM8169 Health Protection (20 CATS) This module will cover an introduction to health protection hazards, incident management, immunisation, infection prevention and control, emergency planning Students selecting the MPH core pathway must complete the following public health module: SCM8171 Public Health in the Health Sector (20 CATS) This module will cover roles of public health professionals, improving population health through the health and social care sector and health services data. Students selecting the global health specialism must complete the following two core global health modules: SCM8170 Global Health Development (10 CATS) This module includes global health policy and politics; governance; players, payers and partners in international development; development, financing and politics of health systems in less developed countries; health and human rights; and health in humanitarian crises. SCM8172 Maternal and Child Health (10 CATS) This module includes the roles and functions of maternal and child health, and sexual and reproductive health and rights services, and related public health threats in selected low and middle income contexts. Students must choose 2 of the 5 optional 10 CAT modules available from the list below: SCM8173 Practical Statistics for Medical Research (10 CATS) – optional Learners will be able to demonstrate applied competence in advanced quantitative methods commonly encountered in public health research. SCM8174 Intensive Qualitative Methods (10 CATS) – optional This module will focus on qualitative approaches and paradigms, and common research designs in public health including mixed methods. SCM8175 Advanced Health Economics, Management and Planning (10 CATS) – optional This module will focus on the use of economics to shed light on health and healthcare decision making SCM8176 Non-Communicable Diseases (10 CATS) - optional In this module students will consider the following non-communicable diseases of global importance: Cancer, Diabetes and Circulatory Disease, Eye Health, Respiratory disease, and Mental health problems. SCM8177 Systems Thinking in Public Health (10 CATS) - optional This module introduces students to the knowledge base and some of the methods in systems thinking and complex systems that can be used to interrogate, understand, and act in complex public health problems. All students must complete a research project worth 60 CATS in order to be awarded the Master’s degree. SCM8179 Research Project (60 CATS) Students are also required to complete an appropriate, discrete, academic or service public health dissertation project to integrate and apply public health-related knowledge and skills. There may be opportunities to work with local public health organisations.
People teaching you Dr Charlene McShane Programme Coordinator Centre for Public Health pgoffice.smdb@qub.ac.uk
Teaching Times
Learning and Teaching
Admission Requirements
How to Apply
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Terms and Conditions
The terms and conditions that apply when you accept an offer of a place at the University on a taught programme of study. Queen's University Belfast Terms and Conditions .
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,200/year (international)
Tuition Fees
| Northern Ireland (NI) 1 | £9,200 |
| Republic of Ireland (ROI) 2 | £9,200 |
| England, Scotland or Wales (GB) 1 | £10,400 |
| EU Other 3 | £23,000 |
| International | £23,000 |
1 EU citizens in the EU Settlement Scheme, with settled status, will be charged the NI or GB tuition fee based on where they are ordinarily resident. Students who are ROI nationals resident in GB will be charged the GB fee.
2 EU students who are ROI nationals resident in ROI are eligible for NI tuition fees.
3 EU Other students (excludes Republic of Ireland nationals living in GB, NI or ROI) are charged tuition fees in line with international fees.
All tuition fees quoted relate to a single year of study unless stated otherwise. Tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary increase, unless explicitly stated otherwise.
More information on postgraduate tuition fees .
Additional course costs
Students have the option to hire a locker, at a cost of £5 per student per year. Terms and Conditions for Postgraduate applications 1.1 Due to high demand, there is a deadline for applications. 1.2 You will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the course. The current mandatory tuition fee deposit payment is: • £400 for Domestic (NI/ROI/GB) students • £1000 International (Non- EU & EU except ROI). 1.3 This condition of offer is in addition to any academic or English language requirements. Read the full terms and conditions at the link below: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/postgraduate/tuition-fees/deposit-refunds-policy/
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities
A range of funding options may be available to students enrolling at Queen's University Belfast. Explore all options early — many scholarships have deadlines months before programme start.
- University Scholarships: Queen's University Belfast may offer merit-based, need-based, or programme-specific scholarships for postgraduate students. Contact the international or financial aid office for current awards.
- Government Scholarships (): National governments often fund outbound and inbound student mobility. Check your home country's government scholarship schemes (e.g., national student loan bodies, ministry of education awards).
- International Scholarships: Major funders include: Commonwealth Scholarships, Fulbright (USA programmes), Chevening (UK), Erasmus+ (Europe), DAAD (Germany), Campus France, Australia Awards, and many more.
- Employer Sponsorship: Professionals returning to study may negotiate tuition sponsorship with their employer, particularly for MBA or executive programmes.
- Graduate Assistantships / Fellowships: Some universities offer funded research or teaching assistant positions that include a stipend and partial or full tuition waiver.
- External Foundations: Rotary Foundation, Aga Khan Foundation, Ford Foundation, and many discipline-specific bodies fund postgraduate study globally.
- Payment Plans: Flexible instalment plans may allow you to spread tuition payments across the academic year.
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 60 ECTS / 180 credits (1-year programme)