University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Degree MPH
Study Level Masters
Study Mode Online
Course Intensity Part Time
Subject Health/Healthcare
Fees(GBP) 15000-
Scholarships Yes

Transform the future of public health
Outdated health policy risks the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities. To initiate change and improve medical provision, interdisciplinary and collaborative education is key. Our Online Master of Public Health (MPH) gives you the experience needed to help drive the necessary changes to safeguard public health without interrupting your career.
Our distance learning programme takes an international approach to public health and puts emphasis on original research. Our Master of Public Health is widely recognised by businesses and health organisations around the world and opens careers in teaching, health programme management, epidemiology, and academic research.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that no country, regardless of income, is immune to the effects of a contagious disease. Crucial to tackling it effectively requires an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of public health principles and practice as well as epidemiology, health protection and health promotion. University of Glasgow Master of Public Health scholars graduate with a variety of skills, meaning they can make a significant difference to whatever public health environment they find themselves working in.
Run by the college of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, home to world leading expertise across a diversity of discipline, the programme features interdisciplinary expertise from environmental protection, health economics and sociology.
Through its research, the institute has been at the forefront of evaluating major public health interventions, including the countries current alcohol misuse strategy and Scotland’s smoking ban. It’s this focus on life -changing research that elevates the programme content.
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Study online, on your terms
Online learning lets you study at a time and place that suits you. Such flexibility means you can learn and develop around your existing career and lifestyle.

Learn through video, storylines, audio, or written transcripts
Study from any device, from any location
Connect with tutors and students in our virtual learning environment

What our students say ‘The Glasgow virtual learning environment is an extension and evolution of conventional teaching, rather than a replacement for it – providing mentorship and support where it is needed, a sense of being part of an actual classroom cohort, and learning content that can easily be accessed’ – James, University of Glasgow online student
Programme outcomes

Apply principles of epidemiology, statistical analysis, and health improvement in the field
Identify, analyse, and apply social, economic, and environmental theories to improve services
Access and debate explanations for the persistence of public health inequalities
Appraise policy and assess its contribution to public health
Explore models of disease causation and design strategies to mitigate risk
Review evidence, interpret data and employ research methods to meet current public health challenges

Career Prospects
Potential career opportunities for graduates of the Master of Public Health include, lecturer, health development manager, public health advisor, medical practitioner, clinical university teacher, health programme specialist, along with various research positions.
Public health practitioners are employed in health services, academia, national and local government, the voluntary sector, and international humanitarian relief.

About University

COVID-19 information for future students:

The University is working in line with the latest advice from the Scottish Government and Health Authorities in order to prepare the campus to safely welcome new students in September 2020.

Following extensive consultation with experts, wide-ranging measures to minimise the risk of COVID-19 transmission have been developed. The measures include:

• two free reusable face coverings for all students and staff

• an enhanced cleaning regime for all buildings

• one-way systems and clear signage to ensure safe and smooth movement around our campuses

• observing physical distancing measures, including in teaching spaces

• hand sanitisers throughout our buildings.

The aim is to provide as much face-to-face teaching and interaction as possible, within approved Government guidelines. Nearly all buildings will be open and the aim is for every student to be able to enjoy smaller class experiences, laboratory and skills sessions on-campus, while lectures will be delivered remotely online.

Start dates

The start of teaching for the majority of Undergraduate programmes is 21 September 2020, with Freshers’ Week, including Welcome & Induction, from 14 September.

The majority of Postgraduate taught programmes will start teaching on either 14 or 21 September 2020.

The University is also offering around 50 taught programmes to commence on 9 November, and a further 30 programmes have a “dual start” option, offering a January 2021 start date as well as September 2020. This gives the option to delay study to January.

For more information options, see FAQ for offer holders and applicants.

About the University

Glasgow is a world top 100 university with one of the widest range of courses in the UK. Established in 1451, the University is recognised internationally for its ground-breaking work and has inspired thinkers from eminent scientist Lord Kelvin to the father of economics Adam Smith.

The University of Glasgow at a glance:

•    Member of the prestigious Russell Group, group of leading UK research intensive universities in the UK

•    Founder member of Universitas 21, an international grouping of universities dedicated to setting worldwide standards for higher education

•    Annual research earnings of more than £181 million

•    An international community of more than 29,000 students, from 130+ countries.

There is currently a large scale investment project of £1 billion in the University’s estate to create spaces and opportunities for world-changing teaching, education and research. The new state-of-the-art James McCune Smith learning and teaching hub is due to open in early 2021.

Glasgow is the UK’s third largest city and one of the world’s top student cities. A 2019 Time Out survey placed it in the top ten cities in the world. Ranked between Berlin and Paris, Glasgow was voted number one for both friendliness and affordability.

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For any questions about studying in Glasgow, it’s possible to connect with staff, students and alumni online: