MPH Public Health

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. 

1. University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
2. Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
3. GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
4. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
5. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
6. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
7. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Completing an MPH in Public Health from the University of Glasgow opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors. 

1. Public Health Practitioner: Graduates can work as public health practitioners in government health departments, public health agencies, or non-profit organizations. They can be involved in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs, conducting disease surveillance, and promoting health at the population level.

2. Epidemiologist: Graduates can work as epidemiologists, conducting research and investigating patterns and causes of diseases or health-related issues. They can work in public health agencies, research institutions, or academia, contributing to disease control, outbreak investigations, and health policy development.

3. Health Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as health policy analysts, providing expertise on public health policies to government bodies, non-profit organizations, or think tanks. They can analyze policy implications, conduct health impact assessments, and contribute to evidence-based policy-making.

4. Global Health Specialist: Graduates can work in international organizations or NGOs, focusing on global health issues, health systems strengthening, or health program management in low- and middle-income countries. They can contribute to global health initiatives, disease prevention, or humanitarian efforts.

5. Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as public health researchers in academic institutions or research organizations. They can conduct research studies, publish scientific papers, and contribute to the advancement of public health knowledge.