MSc International Public Health Nutrition
Combining global health policy, nutritional science, and community practice to tackle the world's most pressing nutrition challenges.
Program Overview
The MSc International Public Health Nutrition equips students with the interdisciplinary skills needed to develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition interventions on a global scale. The curriculum blends epidemiology, food policy, behavioural science, and research methods, allowing graduates to work across governmental agencies, NGOs, research institutes and the private sector.
Key Features
- Global Perspective: Case studies from subSaharan Africa, SouthEast Asia, Latin America and Europe.
- Interdisciplinary Modules: Courses in nutrition science, health economics, environmental sustainability, and health communication.
- Practical Experience: A mandatory 12week field placement or internship with an international partner organisation.
- Research Focus: Choose a dissertation topic that addresses realworld nutrition problems, supervised by worldrenowned experts.
- Flexible Learning: Fulltime (12 months) or parttime (24 months) options, with a blend of facetoface lectures, online seminars and intensive workshops.
Core Modules (examples)
- Nutrition Epidemiology and Public Health
- Food Systems and Global Governance
- Health Promotion and Behaviour Change
- Statistical Methods for Public Health Research
- Policy Development and Advocacy for Nutrition
- Environmental Determinants of Nutrition
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for a broad range of roles where nutrition and public health intersect. Typical job titles include:
- Nutrition Programme Manager NGOs and UN agencies
- Public Health Nutritionist Local authorities and health departments
- Policy Analyst Government ministries and thinktanks
- Research Scientist Academic and private research institutes
- Health Communication Specialist International organisations and media
- Food Safety and Quality Advisor Food industry and regulatory bodies
According to recent graduate surveys, 88% of alumni are employed within six months of graduation, with an average starting salary of 35,00045,000 per annum (UK) or equivalent in other regions.
Admission Requirements
We welcome applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Minimum requirements include:
- A UK firstclass or upper secondclass honours degree (or international equivalent) in nutrition, dietetics, public health, biology, economics, sociology or a related discipline.
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in each component) for nonnative speakers.
- Relevant work experience (preferably 12 months) in public health, nutrition, community development or research is strongly recommended.
- Two professional references, one academic and one from an employer or supervisor.
Applicants must submit a 500word personal statement outlining their motivation, career aspirations and how the programme aligns with their goals.
Application deadline: 30April for September intake; 31October for January intake.
Funding and Scholarships
We recognise that financing postgraduate study can be challenging. A range of scholarships and funding options are available:
- International Public Health Scholarship: Covers tuition fees for eligible students from low and middleincome countries.
- Research Assistantship: Parttime paid position working on facultyled projects.
- Professional Development Grant: For students undertaking the mandatory placement with a partner organisation.
- Student loans (UK) and governmentbacked loans (EU/International) are also applicable.
Visit the universitys scholarships page for full eligibility criteria and application details.
Get In Touch
For further information, prospective students can contact the programme coordinator:
Email: publichealthnutrition@exampleuniversity.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)1234 567890
Address: School of Health Sciences, Example University, 10 Health Avenue, City, UK
Ready to apply? Start your application now and join a community dedicated to improving nutrition worldwide.
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