The School of Public Health at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to contribute to transforming the health and welfare sectors in developing countries and improving the health status of populations.

The School of Public Health at the University of the Western Cape offers structured modular postgraduate programmes through e-learning. Students are expected to have access to a digital device (a laptop, or at least a tablet, is a requirement) as well as access to stable internet connectivity as most of the learning is facilitated on the university learning management system and through a series of online webinars.

We have also developed a set of frequently asked questions (FAQS) about the PGD and MPH programmes which we suggest you also take a look at before you proceed with your application

Programmes on offer


The Programme Handbook

The Soph Programme handbook provides detailed information about all our academic programmes.

The School of Public Health at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to contribute to transforming the health and welfare sectors in developing countries and improving the health status of populations. Students can study while they work, and gain credits incrementally towards a Master of Public Health (MPH) or Post Diploma (PGD) in Public Health. These flexible, modular Programmes use text-based and e-learning as its learning media, with optional contact sessions in Cape Town in February/March and June/July every year.