Public Health University of Hertfordshire

Overview

The DrPH Public Health course at the University of Hertfordshire offers an intensive programme of research-informed methods training underpinned by current theory, ethical, legal, socio-political, economic and governance frameworks.

Key Facts

The Doctorate in Public Health is also suitable for individuals who wish to enhance their work-related experience and move into public health from a related field.

The purpose of the programme is to foster the development of research competent practitioners and policy professionals so they may apply sound research evidence with which to shape public health in their field and locality.

Students on the DrPH will be guided in their learning to develop research expertise to enable them to plan a programme of doctoral studies with their academic supervisors.

Two supervisors will usually be appointed to guide the student’s academic and professional development. Guided learning will include resources and training relating to:

• critical thinking, reading and writing in relation to public health evidence and practice

•  reviewing research and policy literature

• philosophy of research methodology, research methods and analytical approaches

• research proposal development and research design

• research ethics

• data generation, management and analysis

• the implementation of research evidence.