Campus
Dubai
Public Health MPH / PGDip / PGCert
- Delivery formatIn person
- Start dateSeptemberDuration1 year (full-time) / 2 years (part-time)
- AwardMaster of Public Health / Postgraduate Diploma / Postgraduate Certificate
- Entry requirements2:1 Honours degree in a subject relevant to public health
- FeesSeptember 2025: AED 150,225 (full-time) / AED 75,113 (part-time)
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Course overview
Contribute to the ever-changing world of public health and build a fulfilling and rewarding career in a wide range of professional settings, both within and outside Public Health and Epidemiology.
Public health practitioners play a vital role in improving population health and driving positive change. Our Masters in Public Health programme draws on the University's world-leading expertise to equip you with the knowledge and skills for effective disease prevention, health protection, and health promotion.
This programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education.
Course structure
This course will run over 12 months, full-time. It can also be undertaken on a part-time basis. While the exact content may change, here’s what you can expect to study each term. This is based on a full time Masters course.
In the first term, you'll build a strong foundation in key public health disciplines, focusing on Epidemiology, Statistics, and Research Methods. You'll gain practical skills in applying epidemiological and statistical techniques and explore the role of health information and informatics in public health practice. Additionally, you're introduced to the principles of Healthcare Public Health, equipping you with the knowledge to address population health challenges.
Course highlights
Our MPH programme offers a transformative experience designed for graduates from diverse fields, as well as healthcare professionals aiming to advance into senior management roles in public health, epidemiology, or health service evaluation.
This programme goes beyond traditional academic learning, providing a unique, hands-on approach that emphasises practical skills and competencies. From the very beginning, you'll engage in real-world scenarios that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership abilities, preparing you to meet the demands of the global health market. By the time you graduate, you’ll be fully equipped to make a meaningful impact and confidently step into your public health career.
- Transformative Career Pathways - Our MPH programme empowers you to lead meaningful change, giving you the vision, skills, and confidence to truly make a difference in the world.
- Hands-On, Real-World Experience - From the very start, you’ll be engaged in practical, immersive learning that brings public health to life.
- Global Network and Leadership Development - You’ll be joining a global community of public health professionals and leaders who are making strides across continents.
- Research-Led Teaching in a Top 100 University - Our programme is delivered by a university ranked among the top 100 worldwide, ensuring that you receive the same world-class education in Dubai as you would at our UK campus.
Our programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education.
1st choice for leading graduate employers.
68th in the world for Life Sciences and Medicine (2024 QS World Rankings).
Our programme is an internationally recognised qualification in Public Health and will equip you with a broad range of skills that are invaluable for working in the public health field. The University of Birmingham is also a renowned centre of international excellence for teaching and research in public health - we're members of the NIHR School for Public Health Research, which brings together a number of English institutions with excellence in this field.
Course delivery
You’ll learn from world-leading academics and researchers at a top-100 global university. From the outset we’ll challenge and encourage you to become an independent and self-motivated learner.
This course consists of seven taught modules and one independent research project.
- Lectures - are delivered by world-leading academics and researchers.
- Small group tutorials - are run alongside the lecture course, addressing any individual problems you may have and allowing you to consolidate lecture material.
- Peer group learning - is used to reinforce teaching and provides an opportunity to collaboratively learn from your peers, deepening your understanding of key material.
- Assessment – this includes a mixture of exams, essays, presentations, and computer-based problem solving.
We offer a combination of evening and weekend classes which are designed to accommodate working professionals and those who choose to study full-time. Classes are delivered on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings from 18:00-21:00, with an extended session on Sunday from 9:00-17:00.
Module information
The course comprises 120 credits of taught material. There is also a 60 credit individual project.
The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Any optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.
2025/26 Session
The following must be taken:
| Module Title | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| LM Dissertation (Master of Public Health/Health Research Methods) | 60 | Full Term |
| LM Epidemiology, Statistics and Research Methods | 20 | Semester 1 |
| LM Health Improvement | 20 | Semester 2 |
| LM Health Information and Health Informatics | 10 | Semester 1 |
| LM Health Protection (MPH) | 20 | Semester 2 |
| LM Healthcare Public Health | 10 | Semester 1 |
| LM Practical Epidemiology and Statistics | 20 | Semester 1 |
| LM Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis | 20 | Semester 2 |
Entry requirements
To secure your place at the University of Birmingham Dubai, you must meet both our general entry requirements and the specific criteria for your chosen course. Your application will be carefully reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will determine if you will receive an offer.
- 2:1 Honours degree
In a subject relevant to public health
Applicants who do not have a 2:1 Honours degree but who have relevant experience, may be considered. Please get in touch with us to discuss your suitability prior to applying.For international students there is an English language requirement to have an IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band. We will consider students with a 6.0 overall score on a case-by-case basis.If you're made an offer of a place to study and you don't already meet the language requirement, you have the option to enrol on our English for Academic Purposes Presessional Course. If you successfully complete this, you'll be able to fulfil the language requirement without needing to take a further qualification.
English language requirements
In order to undertake a programme of study here at the University, you will need to demonstrate that you have a good level of written and spoken English. You can demonstrate your level of English with IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or alternative qualifications.
Fees and scholarships
The University tuition fee covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation.
- AED 150,225
Full-time (September 2025)
- AED 75,113
Part-time (September 2025)
Application process
- 29 August 2025
Application deadline for UK and non visa requiring applicants. We will close applications as soon as the programme is full. Early applications are encouraged.
- 12 May 2025
Application deadline for international students requiring a visa. We will close applications as soon as the programme is full. Early applications are encouraged.
Career opportunities
Create real change in the world by improving the health of the population. Our Public Health Masters degree will prepare you for a rewarding career in a variety of professional settings, both in and out of the fields of public health and epidemiology.
After graduation, our students have pursued successful careers in a variety of sectors, both within and outside of the health sector. Examples include working within:
• United Nation agencies, including WHO, UNICEF, and UNDP
• National and local healthcare and public health services
• Ministries of health and other government bodies
• Commercial health technology and pharmaceutical companies
• National and international non-governmental organisations
• Academic research and further education.
Careers Network
In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.