Program Overview

MPH Master of Public Health (on campus)

Overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a one-year full-time course that provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to understand the concept of public health in the context of globalization.

Entry Requirements

• We require a minimum of an Upper Second honors degree or the overseas equivalent.
• If you have obtained a Lower Second class honors degree, we may still consider your application if you have significant relevant research or professional experience (e.g., 3-years or more in a public health team).
• BSc Public Health students: This course is available to you following successful completion of your BSc with an Upper Second classification.

Application and Selection

• Please apply via our online application form.
• We recommend you apply as early as possible.
• We reserve the right to close applications if the course is full.

Course Details

• Learn the skills and knowledge you need to understand the concept of public health in the context of globalization.
• Specialize in a highly topical subject area with consequences of relevance to all aspects of public health.
• Open up a career in health science research if you undertake a PhD after completing this course.
• Some units can be taken as credited CPD through our Public Health Professional Development programme.
• This is an on-campus, full-time course.

Careers

• The MPH course provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in public health.

Fees

• For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:
  • MPH (full-time)
    • UK students (per annum): £13,000
    • International, including EU, students (per annum): £28,500

Additional Expenses

• Cost of AP(E)L
  • The University permits applicants with comparable previous experience to submit an application for consideration of Accreditation Prior (Experiential) Learning (AP(E)L).
  • The maximum AP(E)L is 15 credits to a certificate, 45 credits to a diploma, and 60 credits to a master's.
  • If an AP(E)L application is successful, the University charges £30 for every 15 credits of AP(E)L.
  • The overall tuition fee is adjusted, and administrative charges applied.

Scholarships/Sponsorships

• Equity and Merit Scholarships
  • We offer Equity and Merit Scholarships to academically excellent students.
• Manchester Alumni Scholarship Schemes
  • If you're a current or recent student at The University of Manchester and plan to start a master's course, you may be eligible for our Manchester Alumni Scholarship Schemes.

Regulated by the Office for Students

• The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).
• The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high-quality education that prepares them for the future, and by protecting their interests.