IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.
This course is designed (12-month variant) to provide public health professionals with an advanced understanding of the health needs of populations and how to effectively intervene to strengthen international health systems.
You can also study this subject at Master of Public Health (International) (18 months with a research project); Postgraduate Diploma (9 months) or Postgraduate Certificate level (4 months).
Make an impact
Through our course you’ll gain a detailed insight into innovative solutions to address modern global health challenges. Through studying with our expert staff, you can benefit from their real world knowledge and experience, positioning you to join the global community of professionals working to improve the provision of healthcare around the world.
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Year 1
Compulsory modules
Master of Public Health International: Dissertation45 credits
Introduction to Global and Public Health30 credits
Health Systems Research Methods15 credits
EITHER: Principles of Public Health (stream A) {OR} Principles of Health Management, Planning and Policy (stream B)30 credits
Optional modules (selection of typical options shown below)
Non-Communicable Diseases15 credits
Human Resources Planning and Management for Health15 credits
Sexual and Reproductive Health15 credits
Health Economics for Developing Health Systems15 credits
Monitoring and Evaluation of Health Programmes15 credits
Communicable Disease Control15 credits
Health Promotion15 credits
Health Systems Development and Leadership15 credits
International Health Policy: Geneva Study Tour15 credits
Implications of Conflicts and Emergencies on Health and Healthcare Systems15 credits
Graduates of this course have gone on to work in:
ministries of health
international organisations
civil society organisations
universities
consulting firms
private health providers
The Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development has taught international health and development programmes at Leeds for over 30 years and so has a large alumni network of:
public health specialists
health systems experts
health managers
planners holding senior positions around the world
Careers support
We encourage you to prepare for your career from day one. That’s one of the reasons Leeds graduates are so sought after by employers.
The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate.
300 GBP/year
