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Overview

Evolve as a leading healthcare professional – and learn how to enhance the world around you – with our Master of Public Health (MPH). Throughout the course, youll gain a critical understanding of the key fundamentals underpinning global public health. Youll also explore a variety of subjects and global perspectives, while building on the skills required to confidently discuss current diseases and trends in public health. 

The MPH covers a diverse range of topics, including: 

• the demands facing public health on a global scale 
• techniques for assessing population health needs  
• contemporary strategies that support health promotion 
• principles of epidemiology from public health perspectives 
• theory and practice of personal development skills relevant to healthcare 

Following this, youll also get the chance to put key learnings into practice when you undertake an independent research project in your dissertation. 

Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Membership

As a leading voice in public health, RSPH provides exclusive access to educational resources and networking opportunities with like-minded people and offers you industry-wide recognition as a committed public health professional. 

After completing your first module, youll receive a 12-month student membership. And upon completion of your postgraduate degree with the University of Essex Online, youll be eligible to apply for the prestigious Fellowship of RSPH. If applying before your Student Member status expires, you can upgrade without being charged the upgrade fee.  .