Public Health

Overview

Throughout this Public Health PG Dip programme from  University of Essex Online , you will gain a detailed understanding of public health, as well as exploring the core epidemiological concepts within disease. 

You will also learn how to confidently measure and interpret population level data: increasing your ability to assess priorities, develop key healthcare skills and promote public health. 

You’ll explore a broad range of interesting topics including:

• the global challenges facing public health

• techniques for assessing population health needs

• contemporary strategies that support health promotion

• principles of epidemiology with a strong focus on public health perspectives

• theory and practice of vital personal development skills relevant to healthcare

Why this course is great:

• The subject matter experts will guide and support you in strengthening your expertise across a range of contemporary public health topics and research.

• Gain a highly regarded 1-year RSPH membership which will give you exclusive access to educational resources, plus the chance to have your work observed by industry-leading health professionals.

• Grow your analytical skills and subject expertise across a range of fundamental public health topics.

Career opportunities:

Combined with your prior professional experience, as an MPH graduate you’ll be well prepared to enter an array of roles surrounding public health. Exciting career opportunities include Public Health Assistant, Officer or Manager; Health Communication Officer; Health Visitor; and Public Health Consultant.

Accreditation

Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH)