Public Health MSc
Bournemouth University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Why study MSc Public Health at BU?
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Learn about epidemiology and critical evaluation techniques to identify what influences the health of national and international populations and determine their health status and needs
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Formulate your own health solutions, consider the role and function of partnership working to improve public health, as well as critically evaluate health strategies
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You’ll have the opportunity to focus your assignment work on your own specific public health-related interests
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The course attracts students internationally, so you’ll study alongside students from across the world, sharing experiences and widening perspectives on public health issues
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You will be able to apply for student membership of The Royal Society for Public Health
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Choose to study full-time, part-time or take standalone units.
Who is this course suited to?
We welcome professionals from a range of backgrounds, not necessarily in healthcare – past students have included doctors, teachers, nurses, midwives and community public health workers.
Public health involves multi-agency involvement and partnerships and the course is suited to those with interests such as public health, community development, housing, environment, health promotion, transport, environmental health, partnerships, quality improvement and epidemiology.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 7.0
- Bachelors
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- 7.0
- Masters
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Public Health, MSc.
A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 or equivalent in any subject. If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading.
Costs
Tuition Fees Public Health MSc
| England UK | £8000 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £8000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £8000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £8000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8000 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £8000 | year 1 |
| EU | £14750 | year 1 |
| International | £14750 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Bournemouth University
Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.
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