On successful completion of the course you will be able to:

• You will develop a strong understanding of contemporary public health challenges, including health inequalities, population health and community wellbeing across local, national and global contexts.  

• A range of coursework-based assessment methods are used, including reports, presentations, digital outputs and an applied research project, reflecting real-world public health practice.  

• Learning and teaching activities will enable you to engage critically with public health theory and practice, apply independent research, and work closely with lecturers and peers.  

• Practical, applied learning will allow you to analyse population health data, evaluate interventions and develop evidence-based solutions to real public health challenges.  

• The programme provides the opportunity to develop transferable and employability skills, including data analysis, critical thinking, communication, leadership and project management. 

On successful completion of the MSc Public Health and Community Wellbeing, you will be able to: 

• Critically evaluate public health principles, policies and frameworks used to address population health challenges.  

• Analyse the social, economic, environmental and structural determinants of health, with a strong focus on inequality and equity.  

• Apply epidemiological methods and research approaches to investigate and interpret population health data.  

• Critically assess global and national health systems and their impact on health outcomes across different populations.  

• Evaluate digital health approaches, including their role in improving access, inclusion and community wellbeing.  

• Design, plan and manage public health projects using appropriate leadership and project management principles.  

• Synthesise evidence to develop informed, practical recommendations for public health policy and practice.  

• Conduct independent research, demonstrating critical thinking, ethical awareness and methodological rigour.  

• Communicate complex public health concepts effectively to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.  

• Demonstrate transferable skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership and professional judgement. 

You will study six core modules:

Trimester 1:

• Principles of Public Health and Community Wellbeing
  Explore the foundations of public health, including prevention, health promotion, and social determinants of health.
• Epidemiology and Community-Engaged Research Methods
  Learn how to analyse population health data and apply research methods to real-world issues.

Trimester 2:

• Global Health Systems and Health Inequalities
  Examine how health systems operate worldwide and how inequalities impact outcomes.
• Digital Health for Equity and Community Wellbeing
  Evaluate the role of digital tools, AI and communication in public health.

Trimester 3:

• Leadership and Project Management for Public Health and Community Wellbeing
  Develop leadership skills and learn how to plan, deliver and evaluate public health initiatives.
• Applied Research Project: Public Health and Community Wellbeing
  Conduct an independent research project on a topic relevant to public health practice.

Throughout the course, you will engage in practical, real-world learning designed to prepare you for a career in public health and community wellbeing. 

You will analyse population health data, explore case studies and apply evidence-based approaches to current public health challenges, developing the skills to interpret data, evaluate interventions and make informed decisions. 

All assessments are career-focused, including reports, presentations, digital outputs and an applied research project, reflecting real work in public health, policy and research. 

You will also build key employability skills such as communication, leadership, critical thinking and project management to support your progression into employment or further study.