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- Master of Public Health (Nutrition) (17 months)
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Qualification
MPH - Master of Public Health
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Location
Coach Lane Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
JAN-25
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Duration
17 months
Course summary
Course Overview
Popular with both UK-based and international students, the unique Master of Public Health (Nutrition) programme has been specifically designed for those who wish to develop their career within public health, with a particular focus on nutrition. Typically you will be from a nutrition, food science, bioscience, sport, exercise, nursing, midwifery or integrated health and social care background.
Guided by experts in the field of public health and registered nutritionists, you will combine practical experience with a thorough grounding in relevant areas of theory and research. The practical application of these academic skills will equip you with the knowledge and approaches necessary to implement a broad range of interventions to improve public health outcomes in different employment contexts and in particular relating to food and nutrition, for example tackling a range of relevant societal issues such as, health inequalities in nutritional wellbeing, the increase in diabetes and the high prevalence of obesity.
Upon successful graduation you will possess in-depth research and enquiry skills, and a critical understanding of their application in public health and in a range of employment contexts:
local authorities
the community and local partnerships
the private sector
charitable organisations
the NHS and further research
Your Future
Upon graduation you will possess the skills required for leadership, management and system-based thinking in public health and nutrition, all of which will enhance your ability to lead and manage in a variety of public health organisations in the UK and worldwide.
The Master of Public Health (Nutrition) qualification is a national and internationally renowned degree that will help you seek employment in public or government services, voluntary organisations, non-governmental organisations and research posts both in the UK and abroad.
Completion of this Masters programme also provides an excellent grounding for progression to PhD or professional doctorate studies.
Roles may include:
policy development and implementation
assessing and scoping population or community needs
providing dietary and lifestyle advice to individuals or groups
nutrition consultancy
research
health promotion
community focused nutrition, health and wellbeing projects.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 12,353per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
36th
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Campus address
Northumbria University, Northumberland Building, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 8ST, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
17th out of 37 6
33rd out of 75 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 211138 66%19th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10050.0 50%29th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.92 78%24th
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Entry standards
/ Max 174147 82%9th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10060.0 60%65th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.02 80%29th
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