Health and Care (Public Health)
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRes | Online | Online | 2 - years | September, January | £9720 in total | £9720 in total |
Details about the course fees can be found here.
About Health and Care (Public Health), MRes - at University of Derby Online Learning
The MRes Health and Care (Public Health) is an advanced, research-focused master’s degree designed to equip public health practitioners with the expertise to design, lead and deliver high-impact research across diverse community, national and global health settings.
You will develop the methodological, analytical and critical appraisal skills needed to generate evidence that informs population-level decisions, shapes policy, and improves the health and wellbeing of communities. Guided by experienced researchers, you will undertake a substantial independent research project that runs throughout the programme, enabling you to contribute meaningful, practice-relevant research to real-world public health challenges.
This two-year online programme is ideal for professionals who are passionate about evidence-based public health practice and motivated to progress into doctoral study, academic research, or leadership roles within health protection, health promotion, epidemiology or population health improvement.
Over two years, you will complete five 20-credit taught modules and an 80-credit Independent Research Project, totalling 180 credits at level 7:
- Quantitative Skills in Health and Care Research
- Qualitative Skills in Health and Care Research
- Methods for Managing Health and Care Research
- Principles Of Public Health
- Public Health Epidemiology and Statistics
- Independent Research Project
Entry requirements
Contact University of Derby Online Learning to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Derby Online Learning
- We are experts in online education and adopt best practice approach to online course design and delivery.
- Many of our courses have three intakes per year so you can choose your preferred intake.
- Pay as You Study payment plan allowing you to spread the cost of your course fees.
- Full cloud campus and student services so you can easily access the support you need.
- Interactive learning through our virtual learning platform, so you can work with fellow students, chat with tutors, engage in live virtual sessions, network and develop new friendships and professional contacts.