Master of Public Health (MPH) – UWS
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Gain the public health expertise you need to empower learners and drive innovation in a rapidly changing world.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) at University of the West of Scotland (UWS), UK Campus, is a globally relevant one-year postgraduate degree designed for healthcare professionals, graduates, and those seeking to develop leadership and expertise in public health practice, research, and policy. This British-accredited program prepares students to address global health challenges, promote health equity, and lead public health initiatives across diverse sectors.
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Overview
This multidisciplinary program focuses on the core principles of public health, including epidemiology, health promotion, global health, and health systems management. Through evidence-based learning, research projects, and real-world case studies, students develop critical thinking, leadership, and advocacy skills essential for roles in public health organizations, NGOs, government, and healthcare settings.
Awarding Institution: University of the West of Scotland (UWS), UK Campus
Duration: 1 Year (Full-time)
Mode: Full-time
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related or relevant discipline
- Relevant professional experience (preferred but not mandatory)
- English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Course Outline
Core Modules:
- Principles of Public Health
- Epidemiology and Health Research Methods
- Global Health Challenges and Health Promotion
- Health Economics and Policy
- Leadership and Management in Public Health
Final Project:
- MPH Dissertation (Public Health Research Project)
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related or relevant discipline
- Relevant professional experience (preferred but not mandatory)
- English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Schedule
Total Duration: 1 Academic Year
Intakes: January and September each year
Location: UWS campuses in Paisley and London, United Kingdom
Internship/Placement: Optional research projects or work placements supported by UWS’s public health faculty and partnerships
Fees and Plans
UWS offers competitive tuition fees and flexible payment plans. Scholarships and merit-based bursaries are available for eligible students.
Tuition Fee: Approx. GBP 15,500 (subject to change)
Internship/Project: Optional – supported by UWS’s health faculty and external public health organizations
Payment Plan: Flexible semester-based installments available through AIC Campus
Career Prospects
Graduates of the MPH program at University of the West of Scotland are prepared for roles such as:
- Public Health Officer
- Health Promotion Specialist
- Epidemiologist
- NGO and International Health Program Manager
- Health Policy Advisor
- Public Health Consultant
- Community Health Program Coordinator
- Research Analyst in Public Health
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