MSc Public Health (Health Inequalities) Full-time

This MSc in public health has a specific focus on health inequalities. It equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to work at an advanced level. Graduate and pursue an exciting career in a range of public health settings.

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Course codeCID1612

Duration1 year

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LocationOn campus

Course summary

Health inequalities are one of the greatest challenges facing public health. Understanding, analysing, and addressing these inequalities are at the heart of this course.

You'll explore how social, economic, environmental, and structural factors shape health outcomes. You'll also engage in research, data analysis, behaviour change, epidemiology, and policy. This will give you the knowledge to explore complex public health challenges.

During the course you'll:

Work with real-world data
Critically evaluate research evidence
Analyse policies and interventions
Complete an independent research project on a public health inequality
Learn from expert staff actively engaged in public health practice and research.

This degree opens doors to a range of careers and further study including:

Public health practice and improvement
Health intelligence and research
Policy development and programme evaluation
Local government
The NHS
Voluntary organisations
International public health agencies
Doctoral study and research careers.

Why Sunderland for Public Health

What you'll study

Many of our courses include a range of modules you can choose from. Some options may only be available if you’ve already studied specific modules. If you’re not sure what you need before picking a module, your course leader can help.

Postgraduate module credits should total 180. If optional modules are available alongside core modules on your course, you should choose an amount that totals 180 credits. Exceptions include Applied routes, where the placement module (60 credits) would take the total credits to 240.

How you'll learn

Our teaching encourages you to think for yourself and apply your knowledge to real challenges. You’ll learn through a mix of methods, including:

Lectures and seminars
Practical workshops
Guided independent study
Group discussions
Hands-on data exercises
Real-life stories and case studies
Looking closely at existing research to see if it's reliable.

How we assess you will give you the skills you need for postgraduate study and your future career. These skills include analysis, research, communication, and critical thinking.

You can expect methods such as:

Talks and poster presentations
Observed group discussions
Written reports
Executive briefing papers
Research proposals
Your own independent final project.

Entry requirements

To apply, you usually need at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject (or equivalent). We'll also look at your application if you have relevant work experience alongside your qualifications.

If English isn't your first language, please see our English language requirements.

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Start date/study mode:

Full-time September 2026
Applications are currently open only to UK nationals or applicants with a valid visa.
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Disclaimer

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For more information, view our programme specifications. These include course content, learning outcomes, and the skills you'll gain.