Academic Journey
Duration: 3 years (Full-time) or 4 Years with Foundation
Inside the Learning Segments
Foundation Year
Academic and Communication Skills
Data Skills for Health Studies
Introduction to Social and Health Sciences
Research and Study Skills
Year 1
Principles of Public Health
Introduction to Epidemiology
Global and Environmental Health
Health and Society
Introduction to Health Promotion and Behaviour Change
Year 2
Epidemiology and Disease Prevention
Public Health Policy and Systems
Biostatistics and Data Analysis
Health Economics and Resource Management
Community Health and Engagement
Year 3
Leadership and Management in Public Health
Health Inequalities and Social Determinants
Global Health Challenges
Undergraduate Major Project (research dissertation or applied project)
Standard entry: At least 60 Level 2/3 credits, with a minimum of 15 at Level 3 (e.g., GCSEs, A-Levels, BTECs)
Non-standard entry: Around 2 years of relevant work experience (some within the past year)
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all components) or equivalent
Discover Your Career Direction
This course prepares graduates to work across a range of public health settings, combining academic knowledge with applied skills. Students gain experience in health research, policy analysis, and program development, while engaging with health organisations, government agencies, and NGOs. The final-year project allows students to tackle real public health problems, applying evidence-based approaches to develop solutions. Career services offer tailored support, including placement opportunities, CV workshops, and networking events with industry professionals.
Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:
Public Health Officer
Epidemiologist
Health Promotion Specialist
Community Health Coordinator
Health Policy Analyst
Global Health Consultant
Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study, including a Master of Public Health (MPH), MSc in Global Health or Epidemiology, or a PhD in Public Health or Health Policy.
