Next application deadline:
November
Next intake:
September
Location: London, Birmingham,
or Manchester
Gain skills in epidemiology, health promotion, policymaking, research and analysis, and more
Build job-focused skills through a healthcare work placement opportunity
Tackle complex health challenges with sustainable solutions and policies
Start earlier and progress faster with a choice of three intakes
Study at a campus in a major UK city: London, Birmingham, or Manchester
Postgraduate
September
January
May
1 year
London
Birmingham
Manchester
Full-time on campus
2:2 degree or equivalent; or healthcare experience
November 2026
£14,550: Birmingham or Manchester
£16,200: London (all 26/27 fees)*
*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.
Gain the expertise and experience to lead positive change in the health and wellbeing of communities.
This postgraduate degree in health promotion and public health will teach you the necessary knowledge and skills to understand and address health inequalities and propose solutions to improve health outcomes.
You will also learn about the impact of policy on health and wellbeing and explore the key principles of epidemiology to identify trends and improvements in health outcomes.
If you have a health-related degree or at least one-year’s relevant experience in public health and health promotion and want to turn your passion for healthcare into a lifelong career, applications for our next intake are open – contact us to find out more.
Study in the heart of Birmingham, within close proximity to hospitals and healthcare organisations.
Study in a state-of-the-art learning environment within Manchester’s thriving city-centre community.
Study in the UK’s capital city with access to networking opportunities and a variety of healthcare organisations.
Application link coming soon!
As part of this programme, you’ll have the opportunity to find a work placement at a UK health organisation of your choice in London, Birmingham, or Manchester, and gain invaluable work experience.
We will provide you with access to a large network of healthcare providers and all the support you need to find a suitable work placement.
How you will benefit:
Talk to one of our advisors to learn more and discuss your options.
"One of the things that sets our programme apart is the work placement...This gives students the opportunity to acquire the right expertise and experience from an actual work setting. Through the work placement, they get the opportunity to put theory to practice."
Ayoola Adelowo
Deputy Course Leader, MSc Health Promotion and Public Health
Graduates will be prepared for a range of careers across a variety of sectors, with some roles including:
Public Health Officer
Epidemiologist
Environmental Health Specialist
Global Health Specialist
Healthcare Consultant
Research Analyst
Previous students have found employment in statutory, private, and community organisations (including non-governmental organisations (NGOs)) as well as government and academic institutions. Specific roles have included:
Community Health Development Practitioner
Scientific Advisor for Dietary Health
Health Promotion Practitioner
Health and Wellbeing Officer
Health Advisor
Community Outreach Coordinator
This health promotion and public health Masters degree will give you the skills and experience to flourish in a public health/healthcare related role and play a leading role in reducing health inequalities.
You will explore key concepts of epidemiology, health economics, policymaking, and more to improve the health and wellbeing of selected populations on a local, national, and global scale.
Get in touch with our advisors today to learn more about the programme, discuss your options, eligibility, and the application process.
This programme is delivered as part of a partnership between QA Higher Education and Ulster University. The programme is validated by the University and delivered by QA Higher Education.
You will be taught by experienced academics who will use their industry and research experience to cover a variety of topics and key areas and demonstrate how to apply best practice in the field of health promotion and public health.
Modules include:
This module will introduce you to the key ideas, theory, and principles that shape public health and health promotion.
You will study the development of health promotion, health protection, public health, and explore the actions taken to prevent illness and improve wellbeing. The module also explores the determinants of health, including social, environmental, and economic factors, and how they influence health equity and inequalities across populations.
This module will develop your knowledge and skills in public health and behavioural research, with a particular emphasis on epidemiology.
You’ll learn how to understand, interpret, and apply research evidence to improve health outcomes at a population level. You’ll also explore key principles of epidemiology and biostatistics, learn how to interpret public health data and identify patterns and trends in health outcomes.
This module provides you with the knowledge and skills to promote health and wellbeing at every stage of life.
It takes a holistic, person-centred approach, recognising that health and wellbeing is dynamic and shaped by individual experiences, social circumstances, and life transitions. You’ll explore the concept of health across the life course and learn how factors like health inequalities, trauma, and social determinants impact health outcomes.
You’ll also learn about promoting health literacy, empowering individuals to access and utilise information for shared decision-making and participation in their own care.
As public health continues to evolve and respond to emerging health challenges, practitioners need the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead and manage teams effectively.
On this module you will explore key public health competency frameworks and develop the analytical, strategic, and professional skills required for leadership. The module places strong emphasis on ethical decision-making in public health planning, developing crisis management skills, and values-based leadership to create healthful cultures and capacity building.
This module offers a work placement option, where you will have the opportunity to link theory to real-world practice.Â
This module aims to provide you with the skills to critically evaluate the impact of health inequalities and develop community-based strategies to address and overcome them.
Building on person-centred and life course approaches, the module focuses on community engagement and partnership working. You will learn how to collaborate with multi-disciplinary and multi-sectoral teams to address the wider determinants of health and create meaningful, sustainable change.
This module is designed to equip you with an understanding of policymaking to address global and regional health disparities and promote health equity through sustainable development initiatives.
The module will develop your skills in analysing global health priorities, mapping policies, and applying strategies to support sustainable development. You will also gain the practical knowledge needed to design and implement public health initiatives that promote health equity and improve outcomes at a global level.
This module provides the essential skills needed to conduct high-quality research in public health and health promotion.
You will learn how to plan and design research projects, critically review literature, address ethical considerations, and present findings effectively. The module covers both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including the use of relevant software tools for data analysis. You will also have the opportunity to apply these skills through a dissertation, which may involve systematic reviews, research proposals, intervention evaluations, or secondary data analysis.
By the end of the module, you will be able to produce evidence-based research that informs public health policies and interventions, helping to improve health outcomes at individual, community, and population levels.
"Learning something new on various methods of researching is something that’s interesting, and I intend to learn more about it."
"Tutors have been very good with guiding and just reaffirming. They understand it is overwhelming [to study] as an international student. They give us a toolkit or a guideline on how to go about things."
"There are a lot of resources in the school. There is a lot of help you can get if you're ever stuck or you need more assistance."