Public Health (MSc)
Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time)|Hope Park|Start month: October
International students can apply
About the Course
Public health is a critical concern across the globe, requiring skilled professionals equipped to address complex challenges. This master’s programme is designed to provide students with in-depth subject knowledge and advanced research tools to analyse key public health issues and contribute effectively to improving health and wellbeing at local, national, and international levels.
Jointly delivered by the Faculty of Human and Digital Sciences and the Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, this programme benefits from the expertise of two leading academic disciplines. It complements an established portfolio of undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programmes, fostering a vibrant academic community dedicated to public health and social care. Through this multidisciplinary approach, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of public health dynamics and develop the skills to drive meaningful change in diverse contexts.
Graduates of this course will gain a profound understanding of the essential pillars of modern public health—prevention, promotion, and protection—while exploring key issues at local, national, and international levels. They will acquire advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills to investigate public health challenges and will engage critically with contemporary models of leadership, delivery, and management in public health. Moreover, students will develop the capacity to design, execute, and assess high-quality public health interventions, ensuring their readiness to lead transformative initiatives that promote health equity and improve community well-being worldwide.
Curriculum Overview
This postgraduate course is designed to equip students with the expertise needed to tackle the multifaceted challenges of contemporary public health. Through an integrated approach, students will focus on reducing health inequalities by identifying and addressing barriers to good public health and social care.
They will develop the skills to design and implement innovative interventions that overcome these barriers, supported by a strong foundation in analysing data on emerging public health threats and proposing effective solutions. Throughout the program, students will critically evaluate the implications of these actions for research, policy development, and professional practice in the field.
Modules
Prevention in Public Health (30 credits)
This module will critically explore how preventative measures can tackle inequalities in health outcomes, experiences and access to services both for targeted groups and the wider population. It will consider how individuals and organisations can work effectively with various stakeholders to address the social determinants of health at a policy and practical level.
Health promotion (30 credits)
This module covers health promotion across the lifespan to promote good health and well-being at all stages and enhance longevity. There will also be a focus on public health interventions in local and global contexts, and the skills required to lead and affect change in this arena.
Health protection (30 credits)
This module covers the multifaceted nature of protection of Public Health. This includes examination of epidemiology, spread of infectious diseases, and large scale threats to health (such as climate change). Students will explore the need for multidisciplinary approaches in protecting Public Health in regional, national and global contexts.
Advanced Research Methods (30 credits)
This module covers a range of research methods to address the underpinnings of research. This will further examine data techniques to allow for analysis of trends and public health research and trends.
Dissertation/Intervention Project (60 credits)
This module allows students to complete an independent research project or evaluated intervention study in the area of Public Health. Students will use innovative approaches and systematic methods to address local and global challenges in Public Health.
Entry Requirements
Normally a minimum of a Second-Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline awarded by a UK university, or an equivalent higher education qualification is required.
International Entry Requirements
Possess a degree from an overseas institution that is judged by the Registrar or Nominee to be equivalent to a second class honours degree from a UK University.
For students whose first language is not English there is a language requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 minimum of all components. In addition to this, we also accept a wide range of International Qualifications, for more information please visit our English Language Requirements page.
For additional information about country specific entry requirements visit the your country pages.
Teaching and Research
All our programmes are taught by tutors who actively research in the field. Across the university, there is a multidisciplinary team that focuses on health- based research. The areas of expertise include public health, health inequalities and health promotion and many of the team have a professional background in working in health and social care settings. The teaching and research are focussed on making a positive difference in shaping the health of local and global communities.
UK/Channel Island Tuition Fees
2025/26
Tuition fees for Home students are £9,500.
Funding
We offer a number of scholarships and loans to help fund your postgraduate studies. Visit our scholarships pages for more details.
EU/Non EU International Tuition Fees
2025/26
Tuition fees for EU/Non-EU International students for 2025/26 are £16.500.
Please be aware that the UK’s departure from the EU may affect your tuition fees.
Learn more about your fee status and which tuition fees are relevant to you.
Careers
The programme provides a strong background in all aspects of Public Health, equipping graduates for work in a range of Public Health related roles in Local Authorities, The NHS and the voluntary and private sectors.
The programme will give you the knowledge and tools required for the effective design, implementation and leadership of Public Health interventions. The opportunity to work with key stakeholders allows the students to apply their knowledge of public health into applied and academic settings.
Graduates will also be well placed to go on to a doctorate (either PhD or a Professional Doctorate such as the Health and Social Care Doctorate) at Liverpool Hope or another academic institution.