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.
Northumbria University · Newcastle upon Tyne
Master of Public Health
For people who want to improve population health and examine current public health concerns and practice. An 18-month full-time January-start course. 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 health-related subject, or senior-level work experience in public health/healthcare
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's (General, Special or Professional) with B / GPA 3.0 (Second Lower) for courses needing a 2:2, or B+ / GPA 3.3 (Second Upper) for courses needing a 2:1
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Northumbria University.
- 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 northumbria.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 Northumbria University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.