Direct answer
The University of Aberdeen’s Master of Public Health (MPH) is available for January entry as a 12‑month full‑time or 36‑month part‑time on‑campus programme. The official 2026/27 page confirms that the January cohort follows a practice‑based pathway with an extended work‑based placement and a stronger alignment with non‑research‑intensive careers. All eligible self‑funded international postgraduate taught students receive the £8,000 Aberdeen Global Scholarship, reducing the published international tuition fee of £23,000 to £15,000. Applicants must meet the programme’s academic and English language requirements; country‑specific equivalencies for China are held on the University’s “In My Country” pages and require a live recheck at the point of application.
January entry structure and focus
The MPH programme can be started in either September or January. The official page states that the January cohort is more practice‑based and has a stronger alignment with non‑research‑intensive jobs such as working in the community or policy development. January‑start students enrol on an extended work‑based placement in their second semester and can extend their learning by evaluating existing policies and understanding their effects on public health practice. The University recommends that students check the course details of both September and January entries to make an informed decision.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants will usually possess a health‑related Honours degree at a 2:2 level (or at least 60%) or be able to demonstrate evidence of equivalent experience in healthcare practice or research. Students from non‑health backgrounds who hold an Honours degree in science, social science or humanities subjects and who are interested in a public health‑related career will also be considered. The page directs all international applicants to the “In My Country or Territory” pages to check whether their degree is equivalent to the UK requirement. No China‑specific percentage or grading scale is published on this programme page; the equivalence must be verified through the country selector tool on the University’s website at the time of application.
English language requirements
To study for a Postgraduate Taught degree at the University of Aberdeen, you must meet one of the following minimum scores. The requirements for the MPH are:
- IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5 (Listening 5.5, Reading 6.0, Speaking 5.5, Writing 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT: Overall 90 (Listening 17, Reading 21, Speaking 20, Writing 21)
- PTE Academic: Overall 62 (Listening 59, Reading 59, Speaking 59, Writing 59)
- Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall 176 (Listening 162, Reading 169, Speaking 162, Writing 169)
Tuition fees and the Aberdeen Global Scholarship
The published international tuition fee for the 2026/27 academic year is £23,000. The official page confirms that all eligible self‑funded international Postgraduate Masters students receive an £8,000 scholarship, bringing the fee to £15,000. Full terms and conditions apply, and the page advises checking the dedicated Aberdeen Global Scholarship page for eligibility details.
Additional funding: Remmes & Martin Award
The Remmes & Martin Award offers a student coming to study the MPH programme on‑campus in September 2026 an award of £3,000 to part‑fund their studies. The official page explicitly states that this award is for the September 2026 intake. If the selected student studies part‑time over 24 months, the award is granted in two annual payments of £1,500. The award can be held in addition to the Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship or the Aberdeen Global Scholarship. The application deadline is Sunday 2 August 2026.
Document requirements
You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application:
- An up‑to‑date CV or resumé
- A degree certificate showing your qualifications
- A full transcript showing all subjects studied and marks achieved (original and official English translation)
- A detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, you can still apply and provide your degree certificate at a later date.
What the official page does not yet confirm
The programme page includes a country‑selector tool for entry requirements, but the specific equivalency for Chinese bachelor’s degrees is not displayed on this page itself. The page also references a January 2024 internship opportunity; no equivalent internship for January 2026 or January 2027 entrants is confirmed. All China‑specific academic equivalencies and any updated January‑entry internship arrangements must be checked live on the University’s website at the point of application. For broader context on how international student health insurance arrangements vary, see our international student health insurance global comparison.
FAQ
Is the MPH available for January entry?
Yes. The University of Aberdeen MPH is available to start in January as a 12‑month full‑time or 36‑month part‑time on‑campus programme. The January cohort is more practice‑based and includes an extended work‑based placement.
What is the tuition fee for international students starting in January 2026/27?
The published international tuition fee is £23,000. All eligible self‑funded international postgraduate taught students receive the £8,000 Aberdeen Global Scholarship, reducing the fee to £15,000.
Does the Remmes & Martin Award apply to January entry?
No. The official page states that the Remmes & Martin Award is for a student coming to study the MPH programme on‑campus in September 2026.
What English language tests are accepted for the MPH?
The University accepts IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency. Minimum overall and component scores are listed on the programme page.
Can I apply if I do not have a health‑related degree?
Yes. Students from non‑health backgrounds who hold an Honours degree in science, social science or humanities subjects and who are interested in a public health‑related career will also be considered.
Where can I check the specific entry requirements for China?
The programme page directs applicants to the “In My Country or Territory” pages. You must select China from the dropdown list to view the relevant degree equivalency. For a wider look at how country‑specific requirements are structured, you may also find our Netherlands country guide useful as a comparative example.
Does the University guarantee admission if I meet the published requirements?
No. The page states that the qualification information is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen.
Official sources
- Master of Public Health programme page – University of Aberdeen
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship information (referenced on the MPH page)
- In My Country or Territory pages (country selector on the MPH page)
- Funding Database – University of Aberdeen (linked from the MPH page)
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