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MPH Public Health
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MPH Public Health program at the University of Sheffield offers students a comprehensive education in public health, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote health, prevent disease, and improve population well-being. The program prepares students for careers in public health practice, healthcare management, research, policy-making, or international health organizations.
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Course Structure: The MPH Public Health program is typically a one-year full-time course, comprising a combination of core modules, optional modules, practical training, and a dissertation or research project.
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Core Modules: The program covers essential core modules that provide a solid foundation in public health principles and practices. These modules include epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, health policy, environmental health, and social determinants of health.
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Optional Modules: Students have the flexibility to choose from a range of optional modules that align with their interests and career goals. These modules cover specialized areas such as global health, public health nutrition, infectious disease control, health inequalities, or public health leadership.
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Practical Training: The University of Sheffield emphasizes practical learning and offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience in public health settings. This may include fieldwork, internships, or placements with local public health agencies, non-profit organizations, or healthcare institutions.
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Dissertation or Research Project: As part of the program, students undertake a dissertation or research project in a specific area of public health. This allows them to apply their knowledge and skills to a research question, conduct independent research, and contribute to the field of public health.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 25600
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%-70% 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 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
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.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Completing an MPH in Public Health from the University of Sheffield opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors.
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Public Health Practitioner: Graduates can work as public health practitioners in government health departments, local public health agencies, or non-profit organizations. They can be involved in areas such as health promotion, disease surveillance, program planning and evaluation, or community health development.
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Healthcare Management: Graduates can pursue careers in healthcare management and administration, working in hospitals, healthcare organizations, or insurance companies. They can be involved in areas such as health policy implementation, quality improvement, or health service management.
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Research and Academia: Graduates can work in research institutions, universities, or think tanks, contributing to public health research projects, conducting epidemiological studies, or teaching public health courses.
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Policy-making and Advocacy: Graduates can work in government agencies, international health organizations, or non-profit advocacy groups, influencing health policies, promoting evidence-based practices, or advocating for health equity and social justice.
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International Health Organizations: Graduates can work with international health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations (UN), or non-governmental organizations (NGOs), addressing global health challenges, conducting research, or implementing public health programs in resource-limited settings.
