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IntroductionWelcome to MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health in the Institute of Community Health Sciences at Barts and The London, Queen Mary's School of Medicine and Dentistry. We are very pleased to announce a further expansion of the MSc Public Health programme to include an additional two new routes, MSc Public Health with Food Policy and MSc Public Health and Health Economics. These are in addition to the generic MSc Public Health and MSc Public Health and Urban Renewal routes. Please note, the information published here is as up to date as possible but potential students should be aware that there may be slight variation in content of modules and timetable dates. Description of the programmeThis is a 1-year full-time (mostly two days per week throughout the one year) and a 2-year part-time (one day per week) modular course being run jointly by:
MSc/PG Diploma in Public Health and Urban RenewalTwo years part-time or one year full-time programme Students who opt for this programme would take the current 6 x 15 credit core MSc in Public Health (see core module section for further information) modules, 2 x 15 credit Urban Renewal modules and a 60 credit Dissertation module that focuses on an aspect of Urban Renewal. Students would also focus on Urban Renewal in the Introduction to Research Methods module. The Department of Geography and Institute of Community Health Sciences at Queen Mary University teach the Urban Renewal modules and teaching will be conducted at Queen Mary University, Mile End Campus. For any queries relating to the Urban Renewal modules please contact Mentesnot Mengesha by either email m.mengesha@qmul.ac.uk or telephone 020 7882 5397. For application queries please contact Hayley Chapman by either email h.chapman@city.ac.uk or telephone 020 7040 5470. MSc/PG Diploma in Public Health with Food PolicyTwo years part-time or one year full-time programme Next intake September 2006 Students who opt for this programme would take the current 6 x 15 credit core MSc in Public Health (see core module section for further information) modules, 1 of the two 30-credit Food Policy modules and a 60 credit Dissertation module that focuses on an aspect of Food Policy. Students would also focus on food policy in the Introduction to Research Methods module.
MSc/PG Diploma in Public Health and Health EconomicsTwo years part-time or one year full-time programme Next intake September 2006 Students who opt for this programme would take the current 6 x 15 credit core MSc in Public Health (see core module section for further information) modules, 2 x 15 credit Health Economics modules and a 60 credit Dissertation module that focuses on an aspect of health economics. Students would also focus on health economics in the Introduction to Research Methods module.
Staff involved in the programme
LecturesThe venue for lectures depends upon the selected route, however lectures for the core modules will take place mostly at the Robin Brook Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital, West Smithfield, London EC1. This is a practical course, which will recognise the learning needs of students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience. It aims to enable you to develop the skills and knowledge to become a leader in public health policy and practice. By the end of the course you will also have had the opportunity to cover the majority of skills and knowledge required for the MFPHM Part I examination. Aims of the courseThe aims of the programme are to enable professionals from a wide range of backgrounds to develop the skills and knowledge to become leaders in public health practice and policy making. By the end of the course, the students will have covered the majority of the skills and knowledge required for the MFPHM Part I examination. Learning outcomesMSc/PG Diploma participants will:
In addition, students on completing the MSc will:
Web CTWeb CT is a piece of software, delivered over the Internet, which is used by all students registered on the programme. Users can log in, with a username and password, from any web browser, anywhere. Its features include:
Please note this is an additional support tool and students are expected to be in class for all lectures. Entry criteriaNormally at least a second-class Honours degree plus a minimum of two years professional experience in a related area will be required. English Language entry level guidelinesThe course is taught in English and requires a high degree of proficiency in the language. International students who have not been educated through the medium of English should be required to give evidence of their competence in English before admission to the College. They should achieve a minimum standard against the measure of an appropriate test. The preferred English language test is the IELTS (International English Language Testing Service - run by the British Council). For non-English speakers the minimum IELTS score required for the course is 7.0. For further information, please visit www.ielts.org [new window]. For those students who fall between IELTS 6.5 & 7 you may be able to be considered for the course if you attend a presessional English Language Skills course. Please refer to information on presessional English Language skills courses [new window]. You may also be required to attend supplement sessions throughout terms 1 and 2. Other suitable English Language tests are as follows:
Do your Maths, English and study skills need brushing up before you start the MSc?You can access presessional courses [new window] at Queen Mary, University of London before you start your MSc in Public Health programme. Insessional Maths and English sessions [new window] run during term time and are available for students to access. The following self-assessment maths test is sent out to any candidates who are short listed for an interview. Candidates are asked to complete the test before their interview and bring the test with them to the interview. This test is used as an indicator of a candidate's maths ability to establish if the candidate is offered a place on the programme whether they would require additional maths support during the programme CostThese are subject to local contractual arrangements
Local PCT's and the Work Force Development Contract with City UniversityStudents in local PCTs (City & Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham) may undertake this course through the Workforce Development Confederation contract with City University. If this applies to you please ensure you include a letter of support on this course from your manager with your application form. Additional information for overseas studentsPlease be aware that if you are offered a place on the course this is conditional on receipt of a deposit. Places on the course will only be confirmed after receipt of this deposit. For international student enquiries such as advice on money, immigration and other practical aspects of coming to live and study in United Kingdom please refer to the website of Advice and Counselling Services [New window]. ModulesCore modules for all students:
Option modules for MSc/PG Dip Public Health route: students must select two of these modules, or may select two modules from any of the route options below:
Urban Renewal Route: core route modules: students must take both of these modules
Food Policy Route: core route options: students must take one of these two modules:
Health Economics Route: core route options. Students must take two of these three modules:
Applicants should allow 120 hours per module for private study as well as time to attend lectures. Students who successfully complete 8 modules in the two years will achieve a Diploma in Public Health and those who also successfully complete a dissertation will be awarded the MSc (NB dissertation accredited as 4 modules). For further information about the modules, please refer to module outlines. [DOC 36KB] AssessmentThis will vary per module and may involve writing an essay, a policy paper or an article suitable for submission for peer review publication an oral presentation of a piece of work, a poster presentation of a project, completing a reflective learning diary, or completing a grant proposal form. Many or all the projects undertaken by students on this MSc will be closely related to your daily work. Closing date for applicationsThe closing date for full-time and part-time applications for the MSc in Public Health courses starting in September 2006 is 5 September 2006 for students who are EU nationals and are able to attend in person for interview. How will my application form be handled?All applications will be short listed after the closing dates. Following short-listing you will be notified if we would like to invite you to an interview. Future course term dates and timetablesThe next course starts in September 2006. For further information, please refer to: Cohort 3 (September 2005 entry) timetable [New Window] Cohort 4 (September 2006 entry) timetable [New Window] There is a two day induction day before the programme starts on the 20th and 21st September 2006. Any student offered a place on the programme is required to attend the two day induction.How to applyTo apply, please download, complete and return the application form. [DOC 54KB] Please note that it will help your application if you specify in some detail your reasons for wanting to undertake the MSc in Public Health. Further informationTo register interest and for further information, please contact: Tel: 020 7040 5470 Useful links
The MSc/PGDip Public Health is a 1-year full-time (mostly two days per week throughout the one year) and a 2-year part-time (one day per week) modular course being run jointly by:
Two years part-time or one
year full-time programme Students who opt for this programme would take the current 6 x 15 credit core MSc in Public Health (see core module section for further information) modules, 2 x 15 credit Urban Renewal modules and a 60 credit Dissertation module that focuses on an aspect of Urban Renewal. Students would also focus on Urban Renewal in the Introduction to Research Methods module. The Department of Geography and Institute of Community Health Sciences at Queen Mary University teach the Urban Renewal modules and teaching will be conducted at Queen Mary University, Mile End Campus. For any queries relating to the Urban Renewal modules please contact Sarah Curtis by either email s.e.curtis@qmul.ac.uk or telephone 020 7882 5420. For application queries please contact Hayley Chapman by either email h.chapman@city.ac.uk or telephone 020 7040 5470.
Staff involved in the programme
Lectures will take place mostly at the Robin Brook Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital, West Smithfield, London EC1. This is a practical course, which will recognise the learning needs of students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience. It aims to enable you to develop the skills and knowledge to become a leader in public health policy and practice. By the end of the course you will also have had the opportunity to cover the majority of skills and knowledge required for the MFPHM Part I examination. The aims of the programme are to enable professionals from a wide range of backgrounds to develop the skills and knowledge to become leaders in public health practice and policy making. By the end of the course, the students will have covered the majority of the skills and knowledge required for the MFPHM Part I examination.
MSc/Diploma participants will:
In addition, students on completing the MSc will:
Normally at least a second-class Honours degree plus a minimum of two years professional experience in a related area will be required. English Language entry level guidelines The course is taught in English and requires a high degree of proficiency in the language. International students who have not been educated through the medium of English should be required to give evidence of their competence in English before admission to the College. They should achieve a minimum standard against the measure of an appropriate test. The preferred English language test is the IELTS (International English Language Testing Service - run by the British Council). For non-English speakers the minimum IELTS score required for the course is 7.0. For further information, please visit www.ielts.org [new window]. For those students who fall between IELTS 6.5 & 7 you may be able to be considered for the course if you attend a presessional English Language Skills course. Please refer to information on presessional English Language skills courses [new window]. You may also be required to attend supplement sessions throughout terms 1 and 2. Other suitable English Language tests are as follows:
Do your Maths, English and study skills need brushing up before you start the MSc? You can access presessional courses [new window] at Queen Mary, University of London before you start your MSc in Public Health programme. Insessional Maths and English sessions [new window] run during term time and are available for students to access.
These are subject to local contractual arrangements
To apply, please download, complete and return the application form. [DOC 84KB] Please note that it will help your application if you specify in some detail your reasons for wanting to undertake the MSc in Public Health. Closing date for applications How will my application
form be handled? Interview dates
Overseas Students (please note you may be interviewed by telephone) 8 March, 26 April and 17 May 2005
15 February 2005
City University, London, plays a distinctive role at the heart of business and the professions and in our relationships with employers and government. Our courses for both undergraduates and postgraduates are designed to help students succeed in the workplace. Over the past one hundred years we have gained a worldwide reputation for teaching and research - and we are committed to continuous innovation and improvement of our activities. The Institute of Community Health Sciences (ICHS) in Barts and The London, Queen Mary's School of Medicine and Dentistry focuses on internationally recognised research and teaching with the aim of expanding understanding of the determinants of ill health, requirements for effective health and social services and best strategies for health improvement in multi-cultural, mobile, urban populations living in challenging social, economic and physical environments.
Multidisciplinary research programmes, involving both quantitative and qualitative methods, and collaboration with the local community and other research centres aim to develop theoretical understanding, research methods, empirical evidence, policy and innovative service development. Major themes include ethnic and cultural diversity in health and health care, mental health and health care in deprived urban settings, the management, prevention and control of communicable diseases in these settings, the quality and effectiveness of primary and community health care, particularly for people with chronic illnesses, and social and economic, as well as medical, policies and interventions seeking to address health disadvantage and improve public health in urban areas.
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Diploma in Public Health and Urban Renewal
