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Postgraduate study
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Postgraduate study

Source: https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/publichealthonline/ Parent: https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/

Postgraduate taught

Public Health (online) MPH/PgDip/PgCert: Online distance learning

Watch our latest webinar to find out more about this programme on YouTube.

Public health is the science and art of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This fully online Masters in Public Health (MPH) from the University of Glasgow allows you to develop the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference. Online learning gives you the experience of outstanding education without the need for relocation.

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Why this programme

Programme structure

As a Public Health student at the University of Glasgow, you’ll learn from expert academics working across key public health disciplines, all within a flexible, fully online programme. Courses are designed specifically for online study, combining interactive learning materials with discussion activities that help you connect with fellow students from around the world. Assessment is varied and practical, including essays, reports, coursework, and presentations. This part-time programme is designed to fit around work and other commitments and can be completed in 2.5 to 6 years, depending on the qualification you choose.

Masters in Public Health (MPH)\ The MPH provides a strong foundation in public health theory, research, and practice. You will study:

MSc students can tailor their degree by choosing one of three specialist pathways:

You apply to the general MPH programme and select your specialism during the first weeks of study.

This degree offers flexible progression from Pg Certificate (PgCert) to Pg Diploma (PgDip) and on to the MSc, with the option to exit at PgCert or PgDip level.

Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)

Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)

Core courses

Optional courses

MSc Public Health specialisms\ All MSc students will complete the three core courses. Those following a specialism pathway will then take the courses outlined below

Epidemiology

Global Mental Health

Health Promotion

Programme alteration or discontinuation\ The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information, please see: Student contract.

Career prospects

An MPH degree can help you make a difference in a variety of public health settings. Our graduates have gone on to work for the NHS, local authorities, government bodies, third sector organisations, academia, and international organisations. Career paths include:

Some graduates have also gone on to further study and continued through the PhD route.

Fees & funding

Tuition fees for 2026-27

MPH

UK / EU / International:

You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits

PgDip

UK / EU / International:

You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits

PgCert

UK / EU / International:

You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits.

Fees for students funded by the NHS or UK social care organisations or UK health and social care partnership (HSCP)

Fee status

Additional fees

Funding opportunities

UK Study Online Scholarship

The UK Study Online scholarship is open to UK, EU and international students taking online undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Please see UK Study Online for more details.

Little Helpers Scholarship

We’re proud to support the next generation of scientists and health leaders with the Little Helpers €1000 Scholarship.

If you’re studying nutrition, food science, chemistry, biology, public health, dietetics, or any field related to digestive health or gluten research, this opportunity is for you.

For full scholarship details please visit Scholarship - Little Helpers

The scholarships above are relevant to this programme. For more funding opportunities search the scholarships database

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any degree with a social science, science, or biomedical focus, including Medicine, Nursing, Health Science, Social and Public Policy, Data Science, or Statistics.

We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent.

We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications.

We may also accept non-relevant degrees where the applicant has evidence of at least one year paid or unpaid relevant Public Health experience at a professional level.

English language requirements

For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Government, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)

Common equivalent English language qualifications accepted for entry to this programme:

TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)

Tests taken up to 20 January 2026

Tests taken from 21 January 2026

Pearsons PTE Academic

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)

Oxford English Test

LanguageCert Academic/ Academic Online

Password Skills Plus

Trinity College Integrated Skills in English II

Kaplan Test of English

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.

Alternatives to English Language qualification

For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.

Pre-sessional courses

The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We would strongly encourage you to consider the pre-sessional courses at the University of Glasgow's English for Academic Study (EAS) Unit. Our Pre-sessional courses are the best way to bring your English up to entry level for University study. Our courses give you:

More information on our Pre-sessional courses.

We can also consider the pre-sessional courses accredited by the below BALEAP approved institutions to meet the language requirements for admission to our postgraduate taught degrees:

For further information about English language requirements, please contact the Recruitment and International Office using our enquiry form

Computer requirements for studying online

Broadband internet connection

Internet Browsers

Our online learning platform Moodle is compatible with any standards compliant web browser. This includes:

Desktop:

Mobile:

For the best experience and optimum security, we recommend that you keep your browser up to date.

Javascript needs to be enabled within your browser

Please note: legacy browsers with known compatibility issues with Moodle 3.3 are:

Computer specifications

Mobile device specifications

Other software

Advised hardware / software

How to apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught degree you must apply online. We cannot accept applications any other way.

Please check you meet the Entry requirements for this programme before you begin your application.

Documents

As part of your online application, you also need to submit the following supporting documents:

You have 42 days to submit your application once you begin the process.

You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish to update information, complete sections or upload supporting documents such as your final transcript or your language test.

For more information about submitting documents or other topics related to applying to a postgraduate taught programme, please see our guide How to apply for a postgraduate taught degree.

Guidance notes for using the online application

These notes are intended to help you complete the online application form accurately; they are also available within the help section of the online application form.

If you experience any difficulties accessing the online application, you should visit the Application Troubleshooting/FAQs page.

Please ensure all documents are correctly named and are uploaded before you submit your application to prevent any delays with your file.

All documentation must be attached to your online application, but please remember your student recruitment coordinator is here to support you by reviewing it before you upload it, so feel free to send them over to your student recruitment coordinator before you submit your application.

Reference: Please provide one reference. This should typically be an academic reference but in cases where this is not possible then a reference from a current employer may be accepted instead. Certain programmes, such as the MBA programme, may also accept an employer reference. If you already have a copy of a reference on letter headed paper then please upload this to your application. If you do not already have a reference to upload then please enter your referee’s name and contact details on the online application and we will contact your referee directly.

Application deadlines

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More information about this programme

For information on our on-campus Public Health programme, please see: MPH (Master of Public Health)

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