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MPhil

  • Overview
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  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
  • Subject Area Information
  • Career
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Overview

The PhD in Public Health program offers opportunities to explore diverse research interests while contributing to public health policy improvements. Students develop transferable skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking in a dynamic research environment. Start dates are available quarterly throughout the year.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. January 1, 2026
    Start date
  3. April 1, 2026
    Start date
  4. April 30, 2026
    Today
  5. July 1, 2026
    Start date

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
EU£20,950£10,500
International£20,950£10,500
Wales£4,800£2,400
Scotland£4,800£2,400
England£4,800£2,400
Northern Ireland£4,800£2,400

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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Modules

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About

Start Dates

  • 1st October
  • 1st January
  • 1st April
  • 1st July

Research Contributions

Our research actively contributes to improvements in public health policy and practice through empirical investigation, audit, and evaluation.

Program Opportunities

A PhD in Public Health allows you to explore personal or professional research interests in a diverse field.

Skill Development

During your studies, you will enhance transferable skills such as:

  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Critical thinking

Recent Research Projects

Recent projects include:

  • The impact of a structured education package on nurses’ knowledge and practice regarding Hepatitis B and
...

Subject Area Information

Health visiting is a specialized field within public health nursing that focuses on the well-being of children, families, and communities, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support and promote health from pregnancy through early childhood.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Health Visiting

  • 2. Child and Family Health

  • 3. Community Health and Epidemiology

  • 4. Health Promotion and Education

  • 5. Professional Practice

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Assessment and Diagnostic Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Health Promotion and Education
  • Interprofessional Collaboration

Career

Health visiting combines elements of nursing, public health, and social work to support the health and well-being of children and families.

Potential Professions
  • Health Visitor

    Working within the community to support families and promote child health.

  • Public Health Nurse

    Focusing on broader public health initiatives and community health promotion.

  • School Nurse

    Providing health education and support within educational settings.

  • Community Health Worker

    Engaging with communities to address health disparities and promote well-being.

  • Maternal and Child Health Specialist

    Working in specialized roles that focus on the health of mothers and children.

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