BA (Hons) Public Health with Foundation Year

This four-year degree programme provides a comprehensive education in public health, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to address the complex health challenges faced by communities worldwide. The foundation year is designed to provide a solid grounding in the fundamentals of science, mathematics, and statistics, as well as introducing students to key concepts in public health. In years two to four, students will delve deeper into topics such as epidemiology, health policy, and global health, with a focus on practical applications and real-world case studies. Graduates of this programme will be well-prepared to pursue careers in public health, including health promotion, disease surveillance, and healthcare management.

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Our teaching team includes experts in the field of public health, with extensive experience in research and practice. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including a dedicated public health laboratory and opportunities for fieldwork and placements. We also offer flexible study options, including part-time and distance learning, to accommodate different career paths and lifestyles.

Discover a world-class education in public health at Buckinghamshire New University - where excellence meets innovation.

Buckinghamshire New University is an ideal choice for students pursuing a degree in public health due to our strong reputation for teaching excellence and research innovation. Our location in the picturesque town of High Wycombe provides easy access to London and other major cities, offering students a diverse range of cultural and professional experiences. Plus, our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility aligns with the values of many modern public health professionals.

This course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of public health and its wider determinants from a local, national and international perspective. Populations globally are at risk from environmental hazards such as air pollution, the use of plastics and epidemics such as Ebola. There has never been a better time to raise awareness and protect future populations. We will explore public health issues from a local, national and global perspective, looking at how public health has been shaped through history and unpicking contemporary issues that affect health and wellbeing across the lifespan. Taught by experienced academics, who have worked in public health themselves, you will also gain an insight into policy and decision making, as well as looking in-depth at health-promoting initiatives, designed to solve complex public health problems.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for our three-year programs, or those who do not feel fully prepared for first-year entry, can be considered for the four-year program including a foundation year. Applicants to these will have typically achieved between 32-56 UCAS tariff points.