MA Public Health
City Campus
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in Public Health program at Nottingham Trent University offers students a comprehensive and advanced curriculum designed to develop their expertise in public health research, epidemiology, health promotion, and policy analysis. This program caters to individuals passionate about understanding health disparities, designing effective interventions, and contributing to advancements in the field of public health.
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Holistic Curriculum: The MA Public Health program provides a holistic curriculum covering various aspects of public health, including epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, health policy, and health disparities.
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Epidemiological Analysis: Students gain skills in conducting epidemiological analysis, assessing health trends, and analyzing data to identify factors affecting public health.
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Health Promotion: The curriculum emphasizes health promotion strategies, equipping students with skills to design and implement interventions that promote healthy behaviors and prevent diseases.
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Policy Analysis: Students explore health policy development and analysis, understanding the impact of policies on public health outcomes and contributing to evidence-based policy recommendations.
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Community Engagement: The program encourages community engagement, allowing students to work collaboratively with local organizations to address public health challenges.
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Research and Dissertation: Students engage in research projects, culminating in a dissertation that contributes to the understanding of public health issues, interventions, or policy implications.
Location
City Campus
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 15700
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to hold a relevant undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Percentage Requirement: NTU typically expects international students to have achieved a minimum of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications. However, specific entry requirements may vary depending on the program and the country's educational system from which the student has graduated.
- English Language Proficiency: Similar to undergraduate programs, international students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to demonstrate English language proficiency. The accepted English language tests and minimum scores are the same as for undergraduate programs:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no less than 6 in each component.
- TOEFL: A minimum score of 81 on the internet-based test (iBT).
- PTE: A minimum score of 62.
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.
These scholarships provide opportunities for talented students to pursue their studies at Nottingham Trent University:
- International Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: NTU offers the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for international students. This scholarship is highly competitive and awarded based on academic excellence, with a focus on the applicant's achievements and potential contributions to NTU and their chosen field of study.
- International Postgraduate Scholarship: NTU offers postgraduate scholarships for international students pursuing a master's degree or research program. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can help cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Country-Specific Scholarships:NTU offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and may have specific eligibility criteria, such as academic achievement or residency in a particular country. International students are advised to check the NTU website or contact the admissions office for information on country-specific scholarships.
- External Scholarships:NTU encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. There are various organizations, foundations, and governments that offer scholarships to support international students studying in the UK. NTU provides guidance and resources to help students identify and apply for these external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates of the MA Public Health program from NTU have diverse and promising career prospects within public health organizations, healthcare institutions, government agencies, and various sectors that focus on community health.
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Public Health Officer: Graduates can work as public health officers, analyzing health trends, designing interventions, and collaborating with communities to improve health outcomes.
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Health Educator: Graduates can pursue roles as health educators, creating educational programs and materials to promote healthy behaviors and prevent diseases.
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Health Policy Analyst: Graduates can engage in health policy analysis, working with governmental bodies and organizations to inform policy decisions that impact public health.
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Health Promotion Specialist: Graduates can work as health promotion specialists, developing and implementing campaigns to raise awareness about health issues and encourage positive behaviors.
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Researcher: Graduates can engage in public health research, contributing to studies on disease prevention, health disparities, and the effectiveness of interventions.
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PhD Pursuit: Many graduates choose to pursue doctoral studies, further specializing in specific areas of public health research and academia.