Ready to make an impact? We’ve compiled a list of master’s degrees that will help you address global health challenges and become a leader in the field.
If you’re passionate about improving lives and building more resilient health systems, studying in the UK, with the support of a fully funded Chevening Scholarship, could help you get there.
Whether your background is in medicine, social sciences, economics, data science, or community development, there are a range of world-class UK universities that will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to address complex global health challenges.
Here are eight public health–related master’s courses to consider, as recommended by current Chevening scholars and partner universities.
This comprehensive master’s degree from the University of Bedfordshire explores public health issues on a local, national, and global scale. Through real-life case studies, you’ll understand the global drivers behind health system reform and explore how policy is designed and implemented in both developed and developing nations.
The University of Bedfordshire shares why this course is a strong choice for aspiring Chevening scholars.
‘Our MSc in Public Health empowers scholars to make a meaningful impact in their home countries through research informed and practice-based learning focused on health inequalities, disease prevention, and public health policy. It combines a globally focused curriculum with a commitment to Careerpowered Education, ensuring students gain the practical, research, and policy skills needed to address real world health challenges.
‘Bedfordshire stands out for its strong public health partnerships, state-of-the-art simulation facilities, and teaching rooted in internationally excellent research. Alumni have progressed to influential roles, including at the World Health Organisation; with graduates crediting the course for helping them achieve this step.’
This master’s degree from Nottingham Trent University combines theory with practice to help you respond to public health challenges at a local, national, and international level. As part of your studies, you will also consider broader cultural, economic, and sustainable practices within the public health field.
Chevening scholars Julia Makayi shares how it’s helping her improve health outcomes for vulnerable communities.
‘What I value most about Nottingham Trent University is its supportive learning environment, experienced lecturers, and the opportunity to engage with contemporary public health issues through case studies and collaborative work. The course’s focus on evidence-based decision-making and policy relevance has been particularly beneficial.
‘The Public health programme is equipping me with the analytical, research, and strategic skills needed to design effective interventions, inform policy, and improve health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable communities. I aim to use these skills to contribute meaningfully to reducing health inequalities and strengthening community resilience in the public health space and beyond.’
This one-year master’s degree from the University of Glasgow focusses on the spread of infectious diseases and the implications of antimicrobial resistance. It will give you the real-world knowledge and practical skills you need to tackle complex global health challenges.
Chevening scholar Mohammed Al-Kafarna shares why he chose this course.
‘As a Palestinian from Gaza, I have witnessed how widespread destruction and prolonged instability can devastate health systems. When hospitals are overwhelmed, infrastructure collapses, and access to medicines is disrupted, infectious diseases spread faster, and antimicrobial resistance becomes even harder to control. These realities shaped not only my academic interests, but my sense of responsibility. I wanted the skills to respond to such challenges with evidence, not just emotion.
‘What I value most about my course is how it transforms data into action. We are trained to ask difficult questions, analyse complex patterns, and design solutions that work in fragile and resource-limited settings. This training is equipping me to help rebuild stronger surveillance systems and contribute to more resilient, equitable public health responses in communities facing profound adversity.’
This one-year master’s degree from Brunel University will provide you with the skills you need to influence health policy at a local, national, and global level. You’ll learn how to use scientific research to draw your own conclusions and make a real difference in society.
Chevening scholar Meseline Mulokozi shares why it was the right choice for her.
‘I chose to pursue an MSc in Public Health and Health Promotion at Brunel University because its curriculum aligns directly with my goal of returning to Tanzania to lead public health programmes and conduct research targeting vulnerable and underserved communities, such as women, girls, and people living with HIV.
‘Brunel’s curriculum nurtures aspiring researchers like me and offers advanced training in programme design, implementation, and evaluation. It also addresses healthcare inequalities, which aligns directly with my career goal.’
Delivered by Swansea University, this one-year master’s degree is for healthcare professionals who want to develop their expertise in the health informatics field. Throughout the course, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the changing nature of technology within health informatics while benefitting from the university’s strong links with the National Health Service (NHS) and organisations within the Life Science sector.
Chevening scholar Phuntsho Norbu reveals how it’s helping him to become a leader in the field.
‘I chose to pursue an MSc in Health Informatics because of its strong emphasis on analytical and practical skills. The course’s Tech Industry Gold accreditation highlights its exceptional industry relevance, academic excellence, and quality, making it highly aligned with current and future health informatics demands.
‘The course combines theoretical learning with hands-on practice, enabling me to develop a strong conceptual understanding and essential practical skills in health data analysis and visualisation… It will prepare me to advance the use of health data and information as strategic assets by promoting their effective use, and to contribute to evidence-based health education and informed decision-making.’
This one-year master’s degree from the University of Greenwich will help you understand complex global health issues and how factors like migration, inequality, and global systems affect health outcomes.
Chevening scholar Aisha Lareb shares how it’s helping her to make an impact in the sexual and reproductive health field.
‘I chose to pursue an MSc in Global Public Health at the University of Greenwich as a Chevening scholar to strengthen my work in Pakistan, particularly in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Through my initiative, Conversation for Change, I have been working in rural Sindh on menstrual health, family planning, and preventive care. I wanted to deepen my academic foundation to better translate community realities into structured programmes and informed policy dialogue.
‘What I value most about Greenwich is its strong emphasis on health equity, social determinants of health, and evidence-informed decision-making, alongside the global leadership platform that Chevening offers. This programme is strengthening my skills in contemporary health issues, research methods, policy analysis, maternal and child health, behavioural change, and healthcare leadership, enabling me to design context-responsive interventions and contribute meaningfully to public health strategy and reform in Pakistan.’
Delivered by experts at Cardiff University, this one-year master’s degree provides future health leaders with a multi-disciplinary learning experience. Throughout the course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of epidemiology, applying statistical methods and epidemiological principles in a public health context.
Chevening scholar Gervas Gibuyi shares why this course was his top choice.
‘I chose Cardiff’s Master’s in Public Health because it sits at the intersection of evidence and practical innovation. Its research‑oriented programme, diverse learning approaches, and strong ties to Public Health Wales make it an ideal place to deepen my work as a pharmacist researcher committed to community‑driven health solutions. Cardiff’s Russell Group status and the chance to learn under Professor Matthias Eberl, whom I first worked with through a UK–Tanzania school‑twinning project, further strengthened my choice.
‘What I value most is how the course connects global theory to local action. Through the MEDIC Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement Network, I contribute insights from youth‑led health initiatives, and I’ve collaborated with my professors to formalise the Wales–Tanzania BSEC‑AMR “Twinning” Project with Superbugs South‑Wales.’
This master’s degree from University College London will teach you the foundations of digital health and enterprise. You’ll also have the opportunity to take forward your own idea from concept through to business case.
Chevening scholar Sayuri Padayachee shares how it’s helping her to harness digital innovation to transform healthcare delivery.
‘As a medical doctor in South Africa’s public health system, I’ve seen both the tremendous potential of technology and the critical need to ensure it’s designed with actual clinical realities in mind. I wanted to develop the skills to design scalable, digital health solutions that work in resource-constrained settings.
‘What I value most about this course is its applied, globally focused approach. We’re challenged to think critically before building solutions. Learning alongside clinicians, engineers, and policymakers at UCL constantly challenges how I approach healthcare problems.
‘Through this MSc in Digital Health and Entrepreneurship, I aim to bridge frontline clinical experience with innovation. I am driven to develop systems that improve efficiency, widen access and enable smarter public health decisions, especially in contexts where systemic gaps still exist.’
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