Coventry University Online
Coventry University Online
Master's in
Global Public Health
Master's in
Global Public Health
Made for public health professionals who want to shape health policy and systems
Develop your expertise in public health leadership, policy and global health systems. Earn a British-accredited MSc in Global Public Health, studied part-time and fully online with Coventry University — without stepping away from your career.
Programme overview
Programme overview
Learning format
100% online with guided support from experienced public health academics and industry professionals
Learning format
100% online with guided support from experienced public health academics and industry professionals
Curriculum focus
Global health systems, public health policy, emergency management and evidence-based practice — from local health challenges to international public health leadership
Curriculum focus
Global health systems, public health policy, emergency management and evidence-based practice — from local health challenges to international public health leadership
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Professional fit
For professionals working in healthcare, NGOs, government agencies or public health teams looking to advance into leadership and policy roles
Professional fit
For professionals working in healthcare, NGOs, government agencies or public health teams looking to advance into leadership and policy roles
Assessment approach
Presentations, portfolios, group projects and written work — no formal exams
Assessment approach
Presentations, portfolios, group projects and written work — no formal exams
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
About Coventry University
About Coventry University
Awards and rankings
Awards and rankings
5
QS Stars
QS Stars
for Teaching and Employability
QS Stars University Ratings
Top 100
Top 100
in World for
in World for
'international outlook'
THE World University Rankings 2025
Ranked 4th
Ranked 4th
for Overall Satisfaction
for Overall Satisfaction
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2025
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Global Public Health without stepping away from your career
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Global Public Health without stepping away from your career
Our online Global Public Health MSc lets you study while continuing your professional commitments. Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it blends academic rigour with self-paced learning — helping you build the knowledge and leadership skills to address public health challenges on a global scale.
Our online Global Public Health MSc lets you study while continuing your professional commitments. Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it blends academic rigour with self-paced learning — helping you build the knowledge and leadership skills to address public health challenges on a global scale.
The thoughtful balance
The thoughtful balance
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus means pausing your career, stepping away from your work and putting your professional development on hold
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus means pausing your career, stepping away from your work and putting your professional development on hold
Some online courses can feel isolating
While convenient, many lack the real-world context and peer discussion that make learning in public health meaningful and relevant
Some online courses can feel isolating
While convenient, many lack the real-world context and peer discussion that make learning in public health meaningful and relevant
Coventry University’s MSc in Global Public Health brings both together
Coventry University’s MSc in Global Public Health brings both together
Study part-time, 100% online, in an interactive community guided by experienced public health academics and industry professionals. Learn at your own pace while sharing ideas with peers from across the public health sector.
Study part-time, 100% online, in an interactive community guided by experienced public health academics and industry professionals. Learn at your own pace while sharing ideas with peers from across the public health sector.
British-accredited master’s
British-accredited master’s
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Global Public Health, recognised across the UK and internationally
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Global Public Health, recognised across the UK and internationally
Designed for working adults
Designed for working adults
Study flexibly and online while continuing your career and personal commitments
Study flexibly and online while continuing your career and personal commitments
Balanced learning experience
Balanced learning experience
Engage with global public health theory, real-world case studies and evidence-based practice through part-time, applied study
Engage with global public health theory, real-world case studies and evidence-based practice through part-time, applied study
Global community of learners
Global community of learners
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry's online learning platform
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry's online learning platform
Flexible, self-paced study
Flexible, self-paced study
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Dedicated academic support
Dedicated academic support
Receive guidance in research, writing and wellbeing throughout your course
Receive guidance in research, writing and wellbeing throughout your course
What you will study
What you will study
If you’re studying for the MSc in Global Public Health, you'll work through a series of core modules that build your understanding of public health leadership, policy and global health systems:
If you’re studying for the MSc in Global Public Health, you'll work through a series of core modules that build your understanding of public health leadership, policy and global health systems:
Understanding Epidemiology in a Global Context – 30 credits
Understanding Epidemiology in a Global Context – 30 credits
Medical Anthropology – 30 credits
Medical Anthropology – 30 credits
Emergency Responses and Preparedness in Global Public Health – 30 credits
Emergency Responses and Preparedness in Global Public Health – 30 credits
Contemporary Issues for Leaders in Global Public Health – 30 credits
Contemporary Issues for Leaders in Global Public Health – 30 credits
Dissertation – 60 credits
Dissertation – 60 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
UK and International
To get started with our online Global Public Health MSc, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a health or social sciences discipline, or an equivalent qualification that includes substantial public health content. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
UK and International
To get started with our online Global Public Health MSc, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a health or social sciences discipline, or an equivalent qualification that includes substantial public health content. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Ready to take the next step?
Ready to take the next step?
If you're ready to advance your career in global public health and make a real impact on health systems and communities, this MSc is for you.
Learn online, part-time and flexibly with Coventry University.
Learn about the programme structure, fees, and schedule
Careers and opportunities
Careers and opportunities
Whether you're looking to step into a new role, specialise in public health or expand your professional portfolio, our Global Public Health MSc course could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Whether you're looking to step into a new role, specialise in public health or expand your professional portfolio, our Global Public Health MSc course could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Public health advisor
Public health advisor
Public health analyst
Public health analyst
Global health consultant
Global health consultant
Epidemiology and public health data analyst
Epidemiology and public health data analyst
Public health project manager
Public health project manager
International health policy advisor
International health policy advisor
NGO programme coordinator
NGO programme coordinator
Health systems improvement manager
Health systems improvement manager
Emergency and incident response officer
Emergency and incident response officer
Public health research assistant
Public health research assistant
Global public health practitioner
Global public health practitioner
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
Accreditation and professional recognition
Accreditation and professional recognition
This course is recognised by the following body:
This course is recognised by the following body:
Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
TThe module Contemporary Issues for Leaders in Global Public Health meets the criteria set by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) for the CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. Students who successfully pass this module will be eligible to gain the award as an additional qualification at no additional cost.
How you will learn
How you will learn
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
Assessment
Assessment
Your chosen Coventry University online global public health degree will be assessed using a variety of methods, which will vary depending upon the module.
Your chosen Coventry University online global public health degree will be assessed using a variety of methods, which will vary depending upon the module.
Assessment methods may include:
Assessment methods may include:
reports
reports
essays
essays
coursework
coursework
assignments
assignments
viva
viva
presentations
presentations
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Who is this course for?
Professionals working in healthcare, NGOs or government agencies looking to advance in public health
Graduates in health or social sciences wanting to specialise in public health leadership and policy
Professionals aiming to specialise in emergency management, health policy or global health systems
Professionals who want to build transferable skills across public health, research and policy
Who is this course for?
Professionals working in healthcare, NGOs or government agencies looking to advance in public health
Graduates in health or social sciences wanting to specialise in public health leadership and policy
Professionals aiming to specialise in emergency management, health policy or global health systems
Professionals who want to build transferable skills across public health, research and policy
Fees and funding
Fees and funding
Course fee: ₹6,45,000 ₹12,90,000 (50% Off)
For a limited time, save an additional 5% — pay just ₹6,12,750.
Please note: The 50% tuition fee reduction is available to eligible students from India.
To learn more or check your eligibility, please reach out to our admissions team.
Course fee: ₹6,17,000 ₹12,34,000 (50% Off)
Please note: The 50% tuition fee reduction is available to eligible students from India. The above fee is exclusive of 18% GST, which will be charged additionally.
To learn more or check your eligibility, please reach out to our admissions team.
Flexible Plans
Flexible Plans
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
or
or
One-Time Payment Option
One-Time Payment Option
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Fees terms
Fees terms
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Disclaimers
Disclaimers
Why study this course
Why study this course
This CMI-recognised post graduate course in Global Public Health prepares you to lead in one of the most critical fields of our time. You graduate with both a British-accredited postgraduate qualification and CMI Level 7 status — giving you the professional credibility to work across health agencies, governments and international organisations worldwide.
This CMI-recognised post graduate course in Global Public Health prepares you to lead in one of the most critical fields of our time. You graduate with both a British-accredited postgraduate qualification and CMI Level 7 status — giving you the professional credibility to work across health agencies, governments and international organisations worldwide.
Professional accreditation
Professional accreditation
Applied learning
Applied learning
Expert teaching staff
Expert teaching staff
Excellent teaching and learning
Excellent teaching and learning
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United Kingdom
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