University of Chester · Part-time
Public Health
The Master of Public Health (MPH) course at the University of Chester is a comprehensive programme designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in the evolving field of public health, and to engage in the collaborative partne…
MPH2 yearsPart-time
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The Master of Public Health (MPH) course at the University of Chester is a comprehensive programme designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in the evolving field of public health, and to engage in the collaborative partnerships required to address determinants of health that transcend national boundaries. The course combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, covering key areas such as epidemiology, health policy, leadership, economics of health, and communicable disease control. It is aligned with both the UK Public Health Skills and Career Framework and the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework, ensuring that you will gain industry-relevant competencies. Whether you are a medical professional, work in social or community sectors, or are seeking to pivot your career, the MPH at Chester provides the tools you need to advance professionally and make a meaningful impact. The programme features expert-led modules and is supported by high-profile guest speakers, providing opportunities for you to engage with leading professionals in the field. Chester stands out for its robust teaching and learning support services, expert faculty, and strong emphasis on health protection, health promotion and disease prevention. The MPH course not only fosters critical thinking and leadership but also opens doors to a wide range of new career opportunities, so that you can become a public health leader on a local, national or global level. Graduates from Chester's MPH course have secured diverse roles such as Situational Awareness Analyst at the UK Health Security Agency, Research Study Coordinator at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Dynamic Keyworker with the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board, Research Development Facilitator at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, and Assessment Reablement Officer with Wirral Council.
Getting in
As the university states it
Normally, applicants should have an appropriate university degree or equivalent qualification. Alternatively, students with relevant experience may be able to apply through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) route.
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