Public Health University of Sheffield

Develop essential research, evaluation, and analytical skills for leading public health initiatives in the UK and globally. Our APHEA-accredited program helps to prepare you for professional roles in public health and offers a strong foundation for pursuing PhD-level studies.

Public health is at the forefront of addressing global and local challenges by promoting health, preventing disease, and reducing inequalities.

As a top 100 global research university, our Public Health course offers a curriculum designed to prepare you with the skills needed for effective practice worldwide.

Our program introduces you to the principles of health protection, epidemiology, and research methods, along with a wide range of optional module choices. You’ll learn to tackle public health issues through both theoretical knowledge and practical problem-solving, supported by our expert faculty.

Intercalation

We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.

Continuing Professional Development

Many modules on this course can be studied as standalone CPD modules. It is possible to complete standalone modules and then apply to transfer to the MSc course. Any time spent on the CPD route counts toward a student's time limit to complete their chosen qualification.

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Sheffield to find course entry requirements.

View foundation and pathway programmes to help you meet academic and language entry requirements.