MSc Epidemiology
Epidemiology is the study of disease and health outcomes in populations. It is about finding causes — the reasons why some people become ill, and the reasons why some populations are healthier than others — and what we can do to remove or control these causes. It is the science underpinning public health, clinical research and healthcare evaluation. The MSc in Epidemiology will enable you to engage with the complex population health challenges facing the global community in future decades, providing high-quality training in epidemiological methods that are applicable to low, middle and high income settings. The programme is suitable for students from both clinical and non-clinical backgrounds.
The MSc will introduce the principles of modern epidemiology and its role in public health and other health-related disciplines. You will learn how to design and analyse experimental and observational studies covering aetiology, interventions, diagnosis and prognosis. There will be opportunities to learn about cutting-edge methods in causal inference and molecular epidemiology.
Your dissertation, on a research topic of your choice, will take the form of a journal article and a poster presentation, opening the possibility of submission for publication.
The Department of Population Health Sciences is a large and thriving department, with numerous opportunities for PhD study and employment on research projects. We are internationally recognised for our excellence in developing epidemiological methods and applying these to a broad spectrum of population health topics. Our research ranges from discovery science in molecular and genetic epidemiology to innovative clinical trials, policy-influencing activities and robust evidence assessments. Our MSc in Epidemiology is founded on this expertise.
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Campus Information
Clifton
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Our graduates are highly employable, and we're one of the most targeted universities by leading UK employers. You'll be joining a network of talented alumni, developing careers in over 190 countries worldwide.
Our Careers Service offers a range of services to support you.
- Our staff can help you explore your options, develop your employability skills and make successful job applications.
- Online resources to help you research employers, browse job vacancies and practise for employer selection activities.
- Dedicated resources for international students and postgraduate students.
- Advice on postgraduate study options and funding.
- Access to the Careers Service remains free for three years after you graduate.
PSW Opportunity
2 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution.
The majority of our master’s programmes require a first class degree (60% or higher) from a recognised Indian university, with specific grades depending on the institution. Competitive programmes may require first class with distinction. If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, please contact us.
We are aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first class. For this reason, a number of our departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above.
- IELTS Academic: 7.5 overall with 7.0 in all skills
- TOEFL iBT: 103 overall with R24, L22, S25, W24
- Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre): 78 overall with 71 in all skills
- UG: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other skills
- PG: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all skills
- UG: 95 overall with R22, L21, S23, W24
- PG: 95 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
- UG: 67 overall with 71 in writing and 64 in all other skills
- PG: 67 overall with 64 in all skills
- 6.5 with 6.5 in all skills
- 88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
- 67 in all skills
- 6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing, with no score below 6.0
- 89 overall with R24, L20, S21, W24
- 67 overall with 67 in reading and writing, with no score below 60
- 6.5 overall with no score below 6.0
- 85 overall with R20, L20, S21, W20
- 67 average with no skill below 60
- 6.0 overall with either listening or speaking at 6.5, with no score below 6.0
- 83 overall with either R20, L21, S21 and W20, or R20, L20, S23 and W20
- 64 average with either listening or speaking at 64, and no skill below 60
- 6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening, and no score below 6.0
- 88 overall with R24, L22, S21, W20
- 66 average with 67 in reading and listening, and no skill below 60
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
22800 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: 50 GBP
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