Online, part-time
Public Health MScOur online MSc is tailored for those interested in preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting good health for all.
King's is #5 in the UK and #31 in the world
QS University Rankings 2026
What could be more important than working to protect and improve the health of populations at a local, regional, national, and global level? This master's is suitable for health practitioners, those who work in a related field or those who already have experience in public health.
This master's can equip you for leadership roles in public health practice, policy, education, or research, and is taught by some of the world’s leading public health academics. The faculty has unparalleled expertise in health and social care, global health, and mental health.
Considering an MPH?
If you're exploring Master of Public Health (MPH) programmes, you'll find this MSc highly relevant. Although it's formally an MSc, it covers the key public health knowledge and skills you'd usually gain through an MPH, including epidemiology, health systems, leadership, health promotion and evidence-based practice.
In the UK and internationally, employers focus more on your skills and experience than on whether your degree is an MSc or an MPH. Graduates from both routes go on to similar careers across government, NGOs, healthcare and research. This MSc offers the depth, flexibility and real-world focus to help you move forward confidently in public health.
Why choose this online MSc?
Explore key topics within public health
Embrace the holistic nature of public health and learn about the wider determinants of health and health inequalities, including social, economic, environmental, and genetic influences.
Join a top university
King's is ranked 12th globally for Medical and Health subjects (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and 11th globally for Life Sciences and Medicine (QS World University Rankings 2025 by Subject).
Learn from the best
Our world-class academics are conducting groundbreaking research which is helping to shape clinical guidelines, government policy and public health interventions across the globe.
Part-time and flexible learning
Our flexible, part-time study fits around full-time work, enabling you to put what you learn into practice straightaway, while developing you as a professional and expert in public health.
What you'll study
This MSc gives you the opportunity to follow the general pathway or use your optional modules to choose from two specialist pathways. Graduate with a named specialist degree in either MSc Public Health (Global Health) or MSc Public Health (Mental Health).
You'll explore key political, ethical, and legal dimensions in public health. Examine the emerging technologies and innovations impacting existing practices and policies as well as the interdisciplinary and multi-agency context within which public health operates.
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Fields with a '*' are mandatory.Module overview
You’re required to take modules totalling 180 credits. King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules on offer may change from year to year.
Required modules
You’re required to take:
- Health and Public Health (15 credits)
- Introduction to Epidemiology and Statistics (15 credits)
- Health Protection (15 credits)
- Health Improvement (15 credits)
- Evidence, Knowledge Management and Evaluation in Public Health (30 credits)
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods in Public Health (30 credits)
Optional modules
In addition, you're also required to take 60 credits from the following list of optional modules that may typically include:
- Leadership and Management in Organisations (15 credits)
- Sociology for Public Health (15 credits)
- Health Psychology for Public Health (15 credits)
- Health Economics for Public Health (15 credits)
- Global Health (15 credits)
- Public Health and Mental Health (15 credits)
Entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree (or above), or international equivalent, in a related subject, for example social science, nursing or medicine.
Or
A master's degree at Merit (or above), or international equivalent, in a related subject, for example social science, nursing or medicine.
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a master's or PGDip).
Applications for candidates who fall outside of the standard entry requirements are still considered and are assessed on a case-by-case basis. This includes candidates applying based on professional experience/qualifications relevant to public health.
Non-standard applications will need to be supported by degree certificates or transcripts (where relevant). You’ll also need to provide a CV, reference letter and personal statement demonstrating your motivation and preparedness to study online at master's level.
English language band: B
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You’re usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed:
- An undergraduate degree (at least three years duration) within five years of the course start date.
- A postgraduate taught degree (at least one year) within five years of the course start date.
- A PhD in a majority English-speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Depending on your previous qualifications, you may need to submit a personal statement and a reference letter as part of your application.
You’ll need to submit a copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
You’ll need to submit your CV as part of your application to highlight your experience.