Public Health
Public Health MPH, PGCert
Learning Mode
Full-time, On Campus
Duration
MPH: 1 Year | PGCert: 4 Months
Start date
September
Qualification
Master of Public Health (MPH) / Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert)
Fees
International (MPH): £26,400
International (PGCert): £8,800*
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
About the Course
The Public Health MPH / PGCert at Newcastle University provides advanced training in the principles, practice, and research of public health. With a curriculum informed by global health priorities, this programme equips students to protect and promote population health in local, national, and international settings.
Whether you’re looking to build a foundation in public health or pursue leadership roles in health policy, research, or intervention design, this course delivers both theoretical understanding and practical tools. You’ll learn from world-leading researchers and experienced practitioners within a university recognised as a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre.
Why choose Public Health at Newcastle?
Industry Connected
Study with NHS, WHO, and public health agencies through case studies, research, and expert guest speakers.
Global Opportunities
Join a diverse cohort tackling global health challenges; graduates work internationally or strengthen local systems.
Professional Accreditation
Aligned with UK Faculty of Public Health standards, supporting UK registration and global public health credentials.
Course Overview
This course prepares you to work in multidisciplinary public health teams or pursue further academic research. You’ll explore a wide range of public health themes including health protection, epidemiology, health promotion, social determinants of health, and global health strategy.
Students completing the MPH undertake a substantial research project, while those opting for the PGCert study core modules over a shorter timeframe.
The course is ideal for medical and non-medical graduates alike—suited to those from clinical, healthcare, social science, and life science backgrounds.
Course Duration
- MPH (Full-Time): 12 Months
- PGCert (Full-Time): 4 Months
Course Curriculum
MPH Structure:
- Semester 1: Core public health and research modules
- Semester 2: Advanced topics and electives
- Summer: Research dissertation
PGCert Structure:
- Study four core modules delivered between September and January
Part-time and distance-learning formats are also available for eligible students.
Core Modules (MPH & PGCert):
- Public Health Principles and Practice
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Health and Society
- Introduction to Statistics for Public Health
Additional MPH Modules:
- Health Protection
- Health Economics
- Systematic Reviewing
- Public Health in Practice
- Global Health Challenges
- Dissertation or Applied Public Health Project
Teaching methods include lectures, workshops, seminars, group tasks, and independent learning. Assessment is through written assignments, reports, presentations, and a final dissertation.
Admission Requirements
- A 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in any discipline
- Relevant backgrounds include medicine, health sciences, life sciences, social sciences, or policy
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in each component) or an approved equivalent
Professional or work-based experience in a health-related field is desirable, especially for applicants without a health-related academic background.
Fees and Funding
International Tuition Fees:
- MPH: £26,400
- PGCert: £8,800
Funding Options:
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
- Chevening Scholarships
- Newcastle University Global Scholarships (up to £4,000)
- Country-specific funding support
Career Opportunities
This programme prepares graduates for roles in:
- Public Health Policy and Planning
- Health Promotion and Education
- Epidemiology and Surveillance
- Health Service Management
- International NGOs and Multilateral Organisations (e.g. WHO, UNICEF)
- Academic and Research Institutions
MPH graduates often go on to leadership positions in public health systems, ministries of health, or global health institutions. The course also serves as a springboard for PhD or DrPH-level research and training.
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