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Masters Degree Description

Develop the skills needed to become a world-changing leader in public health on our practical master's degree.

On our Master of Public Health (MPH) course, you'll learn how to promote health, prevent disease and address major global threats to the health landscape. Our leading experts in the sector will help you gain the skills you need to start a career that makes a difference on a local, national and global scale.

Throughout the MPH Public Health course, you will:

  • gain a broad understanding of the political, social and economic factors that influence health
  • develop professional knowledge and skills to contribute to the health landscape
  • learn how to promote and influence the population's health and reduce health inequalities
  • evaluate research and policy using appropriate methodological principles and critical thought
  • personalise your learning to your interests through a wide range of optional modules
  • prepare to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment, build working relationships, lead teams and collaborate with others

Entry Requirements

To apply for MPH Public Health, you'll typically need a 2:1 degree. We may consider a 2:2 degree if you can also demonstrate relevant professional experience or a strong commitment to public health. 

We accept candidates with a wide range of degrees. You must demonstrate how your degree and interests relate to public health, as well as your numerical competence.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

The employability and enterprise skills you'll gain from this course are reflected in the Southampton skills model. When you join us you'll be able to use our skills model to track, plan, and benefit your career development and progress.

Module Details

In semester 1, you'll study 5 compulsory modules:

  • Basic Epidemiology
  • Foundations in Public Health
  • Foundations of Qualitative Research for Health
  • Foundational Statistical methods
  • Professional Development

You'll also be able to choose from a wide range of optional modules.

At the end of semester 1, you'll decide whether to follow the practice or research pathway. You'll have plenty of support to ensure you make the right decision for your future career.

As well as the taught modules, you'll have the opportunity to engage in a focused package of activities aimed at developing your learning and preparing you for your future career, at whatever level. This includes:

  • professional one-to-one mentoring
  • seminar series
  • internships and work experience

Semester 2 overview

In semester 2, you'll study 2 compulsory modules:

  • Improving Population Health: Theory to Action
  • Professional Development

You'll also be able to choose from a wide range of optional modules.

From May, you will work on your dissertation.

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