Arden Study Centre, Berlin

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Arden’s Master of Public Health course has been developed to meet the increasing demand for graduates with a passion for managing and leading preventive health services in communicable and non-communicable diseases. The course emphasizes providing you with the most current skills in healthcare and digital literacy in health services management, giving you the ability to support healthcare delivery and better health outcomes at the population, community, and national levels.

The course is designed to be flexible and contemporary in its structure and delivery and has been developed in close collaboration with leading public health employers and industry advisory groups. This means you’ll be exposed to a variety of teaching approaches and assessment methods to support the development of your knowledge and abilities in public health, helping you graduate with the specialised skills necessary for a successful career in the public health sector.

This public health master course also prepares you for the digital and data-driven world that the public health profession has now moved into. You’ll also have the opportunity to become proficient with a wealth of digital technologies such as SPSS, NVIVO, Stata, Gorilla, and more. This gives you the chance to learn about virtual simulations used to predict, model, and plan for future infectious and non-infectious disease outbreaks, as well as how to respond to real-life challenges that may arise in your future career in public health.

Who is this programme for?

If your passion lies in enhancing population health and disease prevention, this course is tailor-made for you. Whether your aspirations involve contributing to public health agencies, community organisations, or global health endeavours, our courses provide the essential tools. You'll learn to assess community health needs, develop impactful interventions, and champion wellness initiatives on a broader scale, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in public health practice.

Modules

• Research Methods (20 credits)
• Contemporary Challenges in Public Health (20 credits)
• Health policy (20 credits)
• Preventative Health & Promotion (20 credits)
• Epidemiology (20 credits)
• Gender, Sexual Reproductive Health (20 credits)
• Research Project (60 credits)

Why Arden?

• Arden University is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for England (QAA) and the UK government.
• 96% of Arden University graduates are in employment 6 months after graduation.
• Taught 100% in English.
• Intensive, engaging and face-to-face teaching by industry experts.
• Industry-relevant, 21st-century application.
• International student cohort with over 40 nationalities represented.
• Payment options and early-bird discounts are available.
• Perfect central location in Berlin, close to key corporate players.

Why Germany?

• Germany has one of the best employment rates in Europe, at 91%*.
• 4th Best Graduate starting salary at £40,650 in Europe, with a growing economy**.
• Germany is the most popular European country for international students, recognised for its high-quality education***.
• Berlin has been named the start-up capital of Europe.
• Berlin is the largest city in the EU with a thriving business scene, offering a range of job opportunities to young professionals and graduates.
• Germany has a rich history in culture and arts, offering students a chance to explore this whilst experiencing world-class education from a UK-recognised institution.

*Times Higher Education

**I Am Expat

***According to statistics and data from the ICEF monitor

Course Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent at a 2:2 level
• Individuals who have HND/HNC/Dip HE, with three to four years of strong professional work experience with evidence of managerial/supervisory responsibilities are also encouraged to apply
• We also consider applications from candidates who lack formal qualifications but possess at least years of relevant managerial experience in any discipline
• IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 n any element); or TOEFL iBT 60-78; or equivalent
• Alternatively, we can accept evidence that you have previously studied in English.