Program Overview
The Public Health at University of Sheffield is a MPH 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 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: GBP 18,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
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
- Dissertation
- Epidemiology
- Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Introduction to Statistics and Critical Appraisal
- Key Issues in Global Public Health
- Promoting Evidence Based Healthcare
- Communicable Disease Control
- Contemporary Health Psychology
- Disaster and Emergency Management
- Further Statistics for Health Science Researchers
- Health Care Financing and Economic Evaluation
- Health Promotion
- HIV/AIDS
- Leading and Managing Health Services
- Public Health Informatics
- Social Determinants of Health Inequalities
- Sociology of Public Health
- Systematic Reviews and Critical Appraisal Techniques
- Using Policy to Strengthen Health Systems
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- hold a (or expect to gain by the start of the course) first or 2:1 Bachelors honours degree (or equivalent) in a\xc2\xa0related subject
- applicants without a first degree with relevant work experience will also be considered (please attach your CV to your online application)
- a good personal statement
- Overseas students whose first language is not English must have an IELTS 6.5 (with 6.0 in each component) or\xc2\xa0equivalent\xc2\xa0gained no earlier than two years prior of the start of the course.
- Two academic references which should be supplied by academic staff at institutions where you studied previously. If you have been out of education for a while then we will accept a reference from your current employer if they are able to comment on your suitability to study for a masters degree.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sheffield 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 Sheffield
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom
University of Sheffield 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- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months