Program Overview
The MPH Public Health (Web-based Learning) program from the University of Manchester provides students with the knowledge and skills to address public health concerns globally. Delivered through online learning with optional face-to-face support, the program allows students to specialize in areas such as Global Health, Dental Public Health, Occupational Health, or Communicable Disease Prevention and Control. The program aims to develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills for careers in public health research, policy, and practice.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MPH Public Health (Web-based Learning) program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to address public health concerns at local, national, and international levels. The program is delivered through online learning, allowing students to study at their own pace and convenience.
Objectives:
The program aims to:
- Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and practices.
- Develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Prepare students for careers in public health research, policy, and practice.
Description:
The program offers a flexible learning experience with extensive support and an optional face-to-face induction. Students can choose to specialize in Global Health, Dental Public Health, Occupational Health, or Communicable Disease Prevention and Control. Some units can be taken as credited CPD through the Public Health Professional Development program.
Teaching:
The program is delivered through online learning, with extensive support and an optional face-to-face induction.
Other:
- The program offers a full-time face-to-face MPH option.
- The part-time course is only available as distance learning.
- Some units can be taken as credited CPD through the Public Health Professional Development program.
MPH (full-time distance learning)
UK students (per annum): £12,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £26,000
MPH (part-time distance learning)
UK students (per annum): £1200 per 15 credits and £2400 for dissertation International, including EU, students (per annum): £2600 per 15 credits and £5200 for dissertation
PGDip (full-time distance learning)
UK students (per annum): £9,600 International, including EU, students (per annum): £20,800
PGDip (part-time distance learning)
UK students (per annum): £1200 per 15 credits International, including EU, students (per annum): £2600 per 15 credits
PGCert (part-time distance learning)
UK students (per annum): £1200 per 15 credits International, including EU, students (per annum): £2600 per 15 credits
Entry Requirements:
- Minimum Qualification: An Upper Second honours degree or the overseas equivalent.
- Alternative to Academic Qualification: Significant relevant research or professional experience may be considered in place of an academic qualification lower than an Upper Second.
- Individual Consideration: Applications from individuals who fail to meet the required entry criteria will be considered on an individual basis.
- Alternative Entry Route: Applicants may be required to initially enroll on another route, such as a PGCert or PGDip, and may be allowed to progress to the full MPH course if they pass the course at the required master's level.
- Intercalating Medical Students: The course is available for intercalating medical students, both from The University of Manchester and other UK universities, upon successful completion of their third year.
