Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Analyse patterns and determinants of population health.
- Evaluate public-health evidence and interventions.
- Develop policy, research and health-promotion skills.
University of Derby · Derby
Master of Public Health
A Level 7 public health programme mapped to UKPHR competency frameworks, mixing academic study with applied learning on local and global health challenges. The programme develops population health, epidemiology, health policy, prevention and evidence-based intervention. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Public-health practitioner
- Health-promotion specialist
- Policy analyst
- Epidemiology or research officer
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Minimum 2:2 honours degree in a public-health-related science, or equivalent
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 3- or 4-year bachelor's degree: 2:1 = 60% or GPA 3.0; 2:2 = 50% or GPA 2.7
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Derby.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on derby.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Derby before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.