The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of Aberdeen offers a flexible pathway to gain essential knowledge and skills for addressing global health challenges. You can tailor the program to your specific needs, whether pursuing professional accreditation in public health or aiming for an academic career. The curriculum covers core public health disciplines with a multi-disciplinary approach, incorporating insights from epidemiology, statistics, global health, psychology, sociology, economics, and management. You will learn from experienced academics and practitioners in a supportive environment. The program is ideal for those with or without a clinical background who are interested in improving community and population health. Specializations can be chosen through elective courses, and flexible project options allow for practical or research-focused experience.
The MPH program covers core public health disciplines and offers a range of specialist elective options. You can tailor your learning to your needs, with a flexible project component that can be oriented towards professional practice or an academic career. The September cohort is recommended for those interested in research careers, while the January cohort is more practice-based with a potential for extended work-based placements. Learning methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, and individual projects.
The MPH program is designed to prepare graduates for a range of careers in public health practice or academia. The flexible structure and project opportunities allow students to align their studies with their career aspirations.
Completion of the PgCert in Research Methods for Health can allow entry to the PgDip stage. Specific entry requirements may vary by country or territory. Applicants are advised to check the 'In My Country or Territory' pages on the university website.
International tuition fees of £23,000 include an £8,000 Aberdeen Global Scholarship for self-funded students, effectively making the fee £15,000. For UK students, graduates of the University of Aberdeen may receive a reduced tuition fee of £7,000. Fees are for the 2026/27 academic year and are subject to change.
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