Master of Public Health (Online)
University of Hertfordshire Online
Key Information
Campus location
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
1 - 2 Year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,360 / per year
Application deadline
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Introduction
"Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, examinations may be replaced by an alternative form of assessment during the academic year 2021/2022. Please refer to the Programme Specification on these pages for further details."
Why choose Herts?
- Flexible: This course is delivered online to fit in with your work, family, and lifestyle commitments.
- Industry Accreditation: We are accredited by the European Agency for Public Health Education Accreditation (APHEA). The course is delivered in line with public health practice guidance from the Faculty of Public Health.
- Employment Prospects: Graduates are currently working as doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and health professionals within the National Health Service improving their practitioner and management careers upon completion of this course.
About the course
The range of optional modules offered and the breadth of cases used across the programme will provide opportunities for specialism in the global and local context.
Why choose this course?
This MPH Public Health course combines the work of public health theory, practice and research, with expertise from Life and Medical Science, Nursing and Social Work and The Business School at the University of Hertfordshire.
Student experience
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.
Additional information
- Sandwich placement or study abroad year: n/a
- Applications open to international and EU students: Yes
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What will I study?
These degrees follow a similar approach to our on-campus equivalents and, wherever possible, cover the same topics. They’re designed and delivered by the same lecturers, and taught and assessed in a way that's specifically designed for web-based learning and for students who need to study flexibly. We have input from forward-thinking employers, ensuring you graduate with the skills you need for a successful career.
Level 7
- Evidence-Based Practice 30 Credits Compulsory
- Project Report 30 Credits Compulsory
- Public Health Foundations 30 Credits Compulsory
- Public Health Research and Epidemiology 30 Credits Compulsory
- Communicable and Non-Communicable Conditions 30 Credits Compulsory
- Work-Based Learning in Health and Medical Practice 30 Credits Optional
- Promoting Health 30 Credits Optional
- Leadership for Public Health Practice 30 Credits Optional
- Environmental Health and Wellbeing 30 Credits Optional
- Addressing Internet Addictive Behaviour- A Public Health Concern 30 Credits Optional
- Physical Activity and Nutrition for Public Health 30 Credits Optional