MSc Global Public Health

In this module you will develop your understanding of how public health works to prevent, promote and protect different populations and how this is underpinned by the pillars of public health.

• You will gain an understanding of how public health has evolved from a historical viewpoint.
• You will build your knowledge of public health and its core practices across local, national, and global contexts.
• You will learn to identify and respond to health challenges at each of these levels by exploring and analysing data.
• You will also examine the social and economic factors that influence health and wellbeing.

In this module you will develop your knowledge of epidemiology.

• You will be introduced to the fundamental principles and key applications of epidemiology, equipping you with a comprehensive understanding of its role as the scientific arm in global public health practice.
• You will gain insight into the core functions of epidemiology, including the analysis of disease patterns and measures of disease frequency.

In this module, you will develop your knowledge of research methods.

• You will learn the key principles of research design.
• You will gain a solid understanding of research ethics and how ethical studies should be planned and carried out.
• You will be introduced to practical approaches to data collection and the development of data analysis skills.
• You will develop your ability to critically review research literature and identify gaps or inconsistencies in existing studies.

In this module you will develop your knowledge of health promotion. 

• You will learn the principles and underlying theories that underpin health promotion and the importance of its practical implementation.
• You will develop your critical awareness and comprehensive understanding of the theoretical, practical and policy dimensions of health promotion across global contexts and settings.
• You will gain insight into health promotion strategies, policies, and interventions operating across local, national, and transnational systems.
• You will explore how different health promotion approaches need to consider different cultural, ethical, and sustainable factors to maximise effectiveness within different health systems.
• You will examine the evolving role of health promotion as a transformative and critical force within public health, with a focus on social justice, equity, and global interdependence.

The Major Research Project will provide the opportunity to engage in real world research activities related to public health.

• You will have the opportunity to conduct an independent project which can take different forms (a narrative literature review, a secondary data analysis, or an empirical research project).
• You will explore a topic related to current public health issues at local, national and global level in depth and develop your critical thinking skills.
• You will build a robust understanding of and engage with primary and/or secondary research methods.
• You will develop the ability to produce high-quality academic work contributing to the field of global public health.

Industry-focused and practice-led, these interdisciplinary modules invite you to work collaboratively, applying your advanced degree knowledge and skills to creatively tackle complex challenges that face our society today, to innovate, harness technology and become active change-makers in the workplace and beyond.

You will choose one of these modules. Click here to find out more and explore the full selection available.