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.
Ulster University · Belfast
MSc Health Promotion and Public Health
Covers health promotion theory and public health practice, with PgCert, PgDip and MSc exit awards. Attracts students from many health-related disciplines and countries. Based in Belfast.
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
- Degree in a health-related subject (e.g. public health, nursing, biomedical or sports/health sciences) from an approved institution.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year honours, professional or special bachelor's degree at Second Lower or GPA 3.0 (55%), including a dissertation/project.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Ulster 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 ulster.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 Ulster University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.