MPH Public Health (Health Promotion)

Glasgow

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The MPH Public Health (Health Promotion) program at the University of Glasgow offers students a comprehensive education in the field of public health, with a specialization in health promotion. The program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in health promotion, community development, public health advocacy, or public health policy-making. 

  1. Course Structure: The MPH Public Health (Health Promotion) program is typically a one-year full-time course, comprising a combination of core modules, specialized health promotion modules, practical training, and a research project.

  2. Core Modules: The program covers essential core modules that provide a solid foundation in public health principles, epidemiology, biostatistics, research methods, and health policy. These modules provide a comprehensive understanding of public health concepts and their integration with health promotion strategies.

  3. Specialized Health Promotion Modules: The program offers specialized modules focusing on health promotion theories, health behavior change, community engagement, health communication, and the development and evaluation of health promotion interventions. These modules equip students with the skills to design, implement, and evaluate effective health promotion programs.

  4. Practical Training: The University of Glasgow emphasizes practical learning and offers opportunities for students to engage in hands-on training. This may include fieldwork, community-based projects, or practical exercises working with real-world health promotion initiatives.

  5. Research Project: As part of the program, students undertake a research project in public health promotion. This allows them to apply their knowledge and skills to address a specific public health research question, evaluate health promotion strategies, and generate evidence-based recommendations.

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Location

Glasgow

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 27930

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 (Health Promotion) from the University of Glasgow opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors.

  1. Health Promotion Specialist: Graduates can work as health promotion specialists in public health departments, non-profit organizations, or healthcare settings. They can develop and implement health promotion campaigns, design behavior change interventions, and engage communities in health promotion initiatives.

  2. Community Development Officer: Graduates can work as community development officers, facilitating community engagement, building partnerships, and implementing health promotion programs that address local health needs.

  3. Public Health Advocate: Graduates can work as public health advocates, promoting evidence-based health policies and interventions at local, national, or international levels. They can engage in public health advocacy campaigns, influence policy decisions, and raise awareness about key health issues.

  4. Health Education Coordinator: Graduates can work in educational institutions or community organizations as health education coordinators, developing and delivering health education programs, workshops, and training sessions to promote health knowledge and skills.

  5. Program Evaluator: Graduates can work as program evaluators, assessing the effectiveness and impact of health promotion initiatives. They can conduct evaluations, collect and analyze data, and provide recommendations for program improvement.


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