| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
MPH Global Public Health
Introduction
Gain the knowledge and skills you need for a public health career worldwide. From epidemiological research to addiction and disease, policy-making to migration and mental health, this course covers the key concepts.
Course Options
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
Key Facts
- STUDY OPTIONS: 1 year full-time
- START DATES: January
- LOCATION: Cambridge
- ENTRY: UCAS code: N/A
- FEES:
- £11,100 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
- £16,700 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
Teaching and Assessment
1 year full-time
- Year 1:
- Essential Issues in Public Health and Practice
- Statistics and Epidemiology
- Public Health Ethics: Mental Health, Bioethics, and Society
- Postgraduate Research Project - Public Health
- Globalisation and Public Health
Entry Requirements
- A UK Honours Degree or equivalent
- International students: Applicants will be required to demonstrate the University standard of English language (IELTS) at Level 6.5 prior to commencement on a course.
- Selection Process: Candidates should normally have a good first degree or equivalent and be working, or hope to work, within any area of the public health arena.
Fees and Paying for University
Tuition fees for UK students (2025/26)
- £11,100 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
- ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount.
Tuition fees for international students (2025/26)
- £16,700 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
Facilities and Accreditation
- Outstanding student support
- Faculty of Public Health Public Health Training Curriculum
Lecturers
- Russell Kabir: Associate Professor & Course Leader
- Ali Davod Parsa: Associate Professor
- Clare Jacobs: Deputy Head of School
- Richard Hayhoe: Senior Lecturer
- Lyndsay S. Baines: Senior Lecturer in Global Public Health
Careers
- This MPH Global Public Health has been mapped against the Faculty of Public Health Public Health Training Curriculum and does therefore assist with achieving professional recognition.
- We expect our graduates to be able to seek roles in a variety of sectors such as health, government, voluntary organisations and the wider community.
Program Outline
Careers:
This MPH Global Public Health has been mapped against the Faculty of Public Health Public Health Training Curriculum and does therefore assist with achieving professional recognition. We expect our graduates to be able to seek roles in a variety of sectors such as health, government, voluntary organisations and the wider community.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
Tuition fees for UK students (2023/24)
£10,000 UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year) ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount. Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us. Find out more about paying your fees.
Tuition fees for international students (2023/24)
£15,000 International students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year) You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.
Tuition fees for UK students (2024/25)
£10,600 UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) Tuition fees for UK students (2024/25) £10,600 UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount. Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us. Find out more about paying your fees.
Tuition fees for international students (2024/25)
£15,900 International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
- UK Honours Degree or equivalent
International Students:
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the University standard of English language (IELTS) at Level 6.5 prior to commencement on a course.
Selection Process:
- Candidates should normally have a good first degree or equivalent and be working, or hope to work, within any area of the public health arena.
- Candidates with a third-class honors, or ordinary (pass) degree plus a minimum of one year of relevant postgraduate work experience, will be considered on an individual basis.
- Candidates who do not have a first degree but have relevant work experience may be able to gain access to the course by completing a Non-Graduate Entry Profile demonstrating, and reflecting on, achievement of generic undergraduate learning outcomes through experiential learning.
- Admission to the Course with Non-Traditional Entry: Non-graduates may gain entry to the course by clearly demonstrating on their application that their qualifications and experience are equivalent to an Honors degree.
- Admission with Credit: Applicants seeking admission with credit (either APCL or APEL) are referred initially to the AP(E)L Advisor for the Faculty of Health, Education, Medicine, and Social Care.
Important additional notes:
- Our published entry requirements are a guide only, and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course, as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
- Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email answers@aru.ac.uk for further information.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
- You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
