University of Greater Manchester campus

Health Sciences

BSc (Hons) Public Health at University of Greater Manchester

University of Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our BSc (Hons) Public Health prepares students for careers focused on improving the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities and populations. The course develops knowledge and practical skills in health improvement, health protection, epidemiology, public health intelligence, policy and leadership, preparing graduates for a wide range of public health careers across local, national and global settings. There is opportunity to pursue UKPHR registration as potential career progression.

Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: February 2027, September 2027  |  Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Full-time students enrolled on this course are eligible to apply for student membership of the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) . On successful completion of the programme, graduates may apply for professional or fellowship membership with the RSPH, supporting ongoing professional recognition and development.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

96 UCAS points. Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Relevant science, health, and social care-related subjects are preferred. You should also have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. Level 2 Functional Skills are accepted. If you lack the required formal qualifications but have many years’ experience of working within public health and social care in the community, we encourage you to apply. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. This course involves regulated activity so applicants must gain an Enhanced Disclosure certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before starting their studies. Charges are payable to cover the cost of the DBS Enhanced Disclosure application and annual registration with the online Update Service. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). Please note that this course is subject to the University's Fitness to Practice declaration.

Intake: February 2027, September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Explore more study programmes

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.