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University of Salford: Public Health
| Institution | University of Salford |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Health and Society |
| Web | http://www.salford.ac.uk |
| enquiries@salford.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0161 295 4545 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
On this course, you'll receive instruction in core public health skills, including epidemiology, statistics, and research methods, and have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of a range of topics, including evidence-based public health, global health economics, and 21st-century global public health challenges. The focus of our curriculum is on the social determinants of health, which makes it unique among the other Greater Manchester universities.
This course aligns with the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (2016). In this regard, the course will equip you with the core skills you'll need to effectively interpret and understand key areas of health research and how this can be used to inform and drive policy. You'll also learn how to use this insight to inform and drive public health.
During your time with us, you can tap into the expertise and skills of our partners, who include external public health practitioners and research staff from across the University. While the programme does not include a placement or work experience, students have the opportunity to work on external or internal applied research projects as part of their dissertation.
The University of Salford’s School of Health and Society is an institutional member of the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER).
You will: - Gain a public health qualification with a focus on the social determinants of health.
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Be exposed to significant issues prevalent in public health practice both nationally and globally.
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Develop a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to public health.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We will accept an undergraduate honours degree, normally a 2.2 or above, preferably in a health-related subject. An equivalent academic or professional qualification from the UK or elsewhere. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
On this course, you'll receive instruction in core public health skills, including epidemiology, statistics, and research methods, and have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of a range of topics, including evidence-based public health, global health economics, and 21st-century global public health challenges. The focus of our curriculum is on the social determinants of health, which makes it unique among the other Greater Manchester universities.
This course aligns with the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (2016). In this regard, the course will equip you with the core skills you'll need to effectively interpret and understand key areas of health research and how this can be used to inform and drive policy. You'll also learn how to use this insight to inform and drive public health.
During your time with us, you can tap into the expertise and skills of our partners, who include external public health practitioners and research staff from across the University. While the programme does not include a placement or work experience, students have the opportunity to work on external or internal applied research projects as part of their dissertation.
The University of Salford’s School of Health and Society is an institutional member of the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER).
You will: - Gain a public health qualification with a focus on the social determinants of health.
-
Be exposed to significant issues prevalent in public health practice both nationally and globally.
-
Develop a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to public health.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We will accept an undergraduate honours degree, normally a 2.2 or above, preferably in a health-related subject. An equivalent academic or professional qualification from the UK or elsewhere. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
On this course, you'll receive instruction in core public health skills, including epidemiology, statistics, and research methods. You'll also gain in-depth knowledge of a range of topics such as evidence-based public health, global health economics, and 21st-century global public health challenges. The curriculum's unique focus on the social determinants of health distinguishes it from similar programmes at other Greater Manchester universities.
This course aligns with the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (2016). It will equip you with essential skills to effectively interpret and understand key areas of health research and apply this insight to inform and drive policy and public health initiatives.
During your studies, you can leverage the expertise and resources of our partners, including external public health practitioners and research staff from across the University. Although the programme does not include a placement or work experience, you will have the opportunity to engage in external or internal applied research projects as part of your dissertation.
The University of Salford’s School of Health and Society is an institutional member of the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER).
You will: - Gain a public health qualification with a focus on the social determinants of health.
-
Be exposed to significant issues prevalent in public health practice both nationally and globally.
-
Develop a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to public health.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To gain a place on the MSc Public Health, you must submit a personal statement and meet the following entry requirements: |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
On this course, you'll receive instruction in core public health skills, including epidemiology, statistics, and research methods. You'll also gain in-depth knowledge of a range of topics such as evidence-based public health, global health economics, and 21st-century global public health challenges. The curriculum's unique focus on the social determinants of health distinguishes it from similar programmes at other Greater Manchester universities.
This course aligns with the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (2016). It will equip you with essential skills to effectively interpret and understand key areas of health research and apply this insight to inform and drive policy and public health initiatives.
During your studies, you can leverage the expertise and resources of our partners, including external public health practitioners and research staff from across the University. Although the programme does not include a placement or work experience, you will have the opportunity to engage in external or internal applied research projects as part of your dissertation.
The University of Salford’s School of Health and Society is an institutional member of the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER).
You will: - Gain a public health qualification with a focus on the social determinants of health.
-
Be exposed to significant issues prevalent in public health practice both nationally and globally.
-
Develop a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to public health.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To gain a place on the MSc Public Health, you must submit a personal statement and meet the following entry requirements: |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
On this course, you'll receive instruction in core public health skills including epidemiology, statistics and research methods, and have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of a range of topics, including evidence-based public health, global health economics and 21st-century global public health challenges. The focus of our curriculum is on the social determinants of health, which makes it unique among the other Greater Manchester universities.
This course aligns with the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (2016). In this regard, the course will equip you with the core skills you'll need to effectively interpret and understand key areas of health research and how this can be used to inform and drive policy. You'll also learn how to use this insight to inform and drive public health.
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