COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc in Public Health at Queen Margaret University is a specialised postgraduate programme designed for students and professionals who want to improve population health and tackle global health challenges such as climate change, infectious diseases, mental health issues, health inequalities, and disease prevention. The course combines public health theory with practical applications and develops the knowledge and skills required to design, implement, and evaluate health policies and interventions. Students study core modules including Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Introduction to Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Key Concepts in Health and Development, Key Methods in Health and Development, and Key Practice in Health and Development. Optional modules cover areas such as Health Systems and Policy, Project Design and Management, Climate and Health, Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, and Gender and Sexual and Reproductive Health. The programme concludes with a 60-credit dissertation involving independent research or fieldwork on a public health topic of the student's choice. The course places a strong emphasis on social justice, health equity, sustainability, and community-based approaches to improving health outcomes. Students learn from experts at the Institute for Global Health and Development, which collaborates with governments, international organisations, and local communities worldwide. Graduates gain advanced analytical, research, epidemiological, and policy-development skills, preparing them for careers in public health agencies, government departments, non-governmental organisations, international development organisations, healthcare systems, research institutions, and global health programmes. This degree is particularly suitable for individuals seeking leadership roles in public health practice and policy and for those passionate about creating healthier, more equitable, and sustainable communities at local, national, and international levels.