BSc (Hons) Public Health at University of Bedfordshire

Programme overview

This course provides a broad base of scientific knowledge and skills for health-related careers in the UK and internationally. You explore the differing health needs of populations, the influences on health, and how to prevent ill health and promote health and wellbeing, applying theory through volunteering and placement opportunities.

Faculty: School of Society, Community and Health | Department: Nursing, Midwifery & Health | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Luton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Units include Foundation of public health; Study skills for public health; Key concepts in health promotion and behaviour change; Primary health care: theory and practice; Inclusivity and diversity in health; Global public health; Public health policy and strategy; Maternal, infant and child public health; Research methods; Public health monitoring, protection and disease prevention.

Career pathways

The course suits careers in public health and healthcare in the public, private or voluntary sectors, nationally or internationally.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS tariff points including 96 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalent. GCSE grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 Maths. GCSE grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 English. UCAS code: PH10.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2027/28 is £10,050 per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2027/28). The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2027/28 is £18,150 per year. Source

Intake: September

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