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MPH Public Health (Health Services Research)
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MPH Public Health (Health Services Research) program at the University of Sheffield offers students a comprehensive education in public health with a specific focus on health services research. The program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct research, evaluate healthcare systems, and contribute to evidence-based healthcare practices.
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Course Structure: The MPH Public Health (Health Services Research) 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 health services research methodologies. These modules include epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, research methods, health economics, and healthcare evaluation.
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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 health technology assessment, healthcare quality improvement, health informatics, or patient safety.
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Practical Training: The University of Sheffield emphasizes practical learning and offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience in health services research. This may include internships or placements with healthcare organizations, research institutes, or governmental health agencies.
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Dissertation or Research Project: As part of the program, students undertake a dissertation or research project in health services research. This allows them to apply their knowledge and skills to a specific research question, conduct independent research, and contribute to the field of health services research.
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 (Health Services Research) from the University of Sheffield opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors.
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Health Services Researcher: Graduates can work as health services researchers in academic institutions, research organizations, or healthcare consulting firms. They can conduct research on healthcare delivery systems, healthcare outcomes, healthcare disparities, or healthcare policy evaluation.
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Healthcare Quality Improvement: Graduates can work in healthcare quality improvement roles, collaborating with healthcare organizations to assess and improve the quality and safety of healthcare services. They can be involved in initiatives such as patient-centered care, reducing medical errors, or implementing evidence-based practices.
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Healthcare Policy Analyst: Graduates can work in government agencies or non-profit organizations, providing expertise in health services research to inform healthcare policy development and decision-making. They can contribute to the evaluation of healthcare interventions, cost-effectiveness analysis, or health technology assessment.
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Health Data Analyst: Graduates can work as health data analysts in healthcare organizations, utilizing their skills in data analysis and research methodologies to evaluate healthcare performance, conduct health outcomes research, or support evidence-based decision-making.
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Research Project Manager: Graduates can work as research project managers, overseeing and coordinating health services research projects in academic institutions, research organizations, or healthcare consulting firms. They can be responsible for project planning, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of research findings.
