Course overview
Build advanced, career-focused capability for public health practice.
Develop advanced expertise in public health, epidemiology, health inequalities, digital health, leadership and community-engaged research.
Course overview
This applied Master's develops advanced public-health knowledge through epidemiology, community-engaged research, global health systems, inequality, digital health and project leadership. Students work with real cases and population data before completing an independent applied research project.
Teaching and learning
Teaching uses case studies, live scenarios, evidence-based analysis and project work to connect public-health theory with policy, research and community practice.
Standard delivery is on campus over two weekdays between Monday and Friday, normally from 10:00 to 17:00.
Curriculum
Progress through three trimesters of applied Level 7 study.
01Trimester 1
Level 7
Trimester 1
Level 7
- Principles of Public Health and Community Wellbeing
- Epidemiology and Community-Engaged Research Methods
02Trimester 2
Level 7
Trimester 2
Level 7
- Global Health Systems and Health Inequalities
- Digital Health for Equity and Community Wellbeing
03Trimester 3
Level 7
Trimester 3
Level 7
- Leadership and Project Management for Public Health and Community Wellbeing
- Applied Research Project: Public Health and Community Wellbeing
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Assessment is 100% coursework-based and includes written assignments and reports, presentations, case-study analysis, digital outputs such as blogs or podcasts, a reflective portfolio and a 5,000-word applied research project.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic entry
- A second-class honours degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant subject or related discipline is normally required.
- Relevant experience, Recognition of Prior Learning and advanced-standing applications are considered individually.
English language
- Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the University's current postgraduate English-language requirements.
Application documents
- Completed application form.
- Qualification certificates and transcripts.
- Evidence of English-language ability where applicable.
- Personal statement and evidence of relevant experience where requested.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
Only UK full-time tuition is published on the current course page; part-time and international fees should be confirmed before applying.
Funding your study
Eligible UK students may be able to access postgraduate funding, subject to personal circumstances and current rules.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Analyse population-health data and evaluate public-health interventions.
Address health inequalities through policy, research and community engagement.
Lead and evaluate public-health projects using evidence-based methods.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Potential career directions
- Public health analyst
- Health intelligence analyst
- Epidemiologist
- Health policy analyst
- Research officer
- Programme manager
- Health improvement specialist
- Digital health analyst
- Health systems analyst
- Public health consultant pathway
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
How is this course delivered?
The course can be studied full-time over one year or part-time over two years at UCLan London Campus.
When can I start?
A specific intake date is not currently available. Confirm the next start date before applying.
Who awards the degree?
The awarding institution is the University of Lancashire.