The Master of Public Health (MPH) course at GBS Malta is designed for individuals from diverse backgrounds seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in public health.
Master of Public Health
Master of Public Health with Epidemiology
Master of Public Health with Health Promotion
Master of Public Health with Leadership and Management
Course overview
The Master of Public Health (MPH) course at GBS Malta is designed for individuals from diverse backgrounds seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in public health. Whether you are a recent graduate, healthcare professional, public health practitioner, or looking to transition from a non-health field, this course equips you with the expertise to improve health outcomes and address health disparities. MPH programmes offer specialisations in epidemiology, health promotion, and management and leadership, preparing you to take on roles in public health agencies, NGOs, policymaking, and other fields affecting global health.
MFHEA Approved and Accredited
The Master of Public Health with four pathways are assessed and accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and aligned with the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF).
Get Qualified Scheme
Our programme is approved under the Malta Get Qualified Scheme, which allows students to claim back up to 70% of their tuition fees as tax credits after graduation. This government-backed initiative applies to programmes recognised at MQF Level 3 or higher. To be eligible for the refund, graduates must live and work in Malta for at least two years following the completion of their studies. This makes higher education in Malta both more affordable and financially rewarding.
The MPH degree provides students with enhanced career prospects in public health and related health careers, including epidemiology, health promotion and/or management and leadership in health. In addition, this programme will improve the student’s ability to critically assess their knowledge, experience and strengths and how to use them to become effective senior officers and managers in a variety of different organisations, including public, private, and non-profit organisations related to health.
The MPH requires all students to study six 10 ECTS modules and one 30 ECTS module as follows:
Core Modules (compulsory)
Master of Public Health with Epidemiology
- Advanced Epidemiology
- Public Health for an Aging Population
- Health Promotion and Health Improvement
- Leadership and Management in Health
- Qualitative Research Methods in Health
Master of Public Health with Health Promotion
- Health Promotion and Health Improvement
- Advanced Epidemiology
- Public Health for an Aging Population
- Leadership and Management in Health
- Qualitative Research Methods in Health
Master of Public Health with Leadership and Management
- Leadership and Management in Health
- Advanced Epidemiology
- Health Promotion and Health Improvement
- Public Health for an Aging Population
- Qualitative Research Methods in Health
Master of Public Health (general)
- Public Health for an Aging Population
- Qualitative Research Methods in Health
- Health Promotion and Health Improvement
- Advanced Epidemiology
- Leadership and Management in Health
What doors will this open
The GBS Malta MPH course opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities across various sectors of public health. Graduates can pursue roles in:
- Public health agencies: Work in national or international health organisations, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and policy development.
- Healthcare management: Take on leadership roles in hospitals, clinics and healthcare systems, managing public health programmes and resources.
- Epidemiology: Work as an epidemiologist, studying patterns of diseases and health issues to guide public health interventions.
- Health policy and advocacy: Shape health policies and advocate for health equality in government agencies or NGOs.
- Health promotion: Design and implement health education programmes, aiming to improve public awareness of health issues.
- Non-profit organisations: Work with NGOs focused on health, addressing global health challenges and promoting social justice.
- Academic and research roles: Pursue research positions or doctoral studies, contributing to the development of public health knowledge.
- Environmental health: Address health issues related to environmental factors, working with governmental bodies or private organisations.
The MPH also prepares graduates for roles in government, international health organisations, and private consulting firms.
Why GBS?
Flexible study options
– Industry experienced lecturers with excellent education and professional qualifications
– Simplified learning
– Personal attention to all learners
– Small classes
– Free career development mentoring programme
– Connect with our very successful alumni
Scholarship Breakdown for Master's
- Global Citizen Scholarship – 25% off
- Full-Year Payment Scholarship – 5% off
- Early Bird Scholarship – 5% off
Early Bird Deadlines for 2026 Intakes
Apply and pay before:
- 1st Oct for Feb intake
- 1st Dec for May intake
- 1st Apr for Oct Intake
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