BSc (Hons) Public Health and Health Promotion

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of public health and health promotion principles, theories, and practices. Students will learn how to assess and address the social determinants of health, design and evaluate health promotion campaigns, and apply epidemiological methods to understand disease trends and patterns. The course also covers the ethical considerations and challenges in public health practice, as well as the role of technology in improving population health. Graduates of this course will be well-equipped to pursue careers in public health and health promotion, both in the UK and globally.

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This course is accredited by the Public Health Training Centre and the Faculty of Public Health, indicating that it meets the standards set by these professional bodies. Students will have opportunities to engage with real-world public health issues through collaborations with local healthcare organizations and agencies.

Experience World-Class Public Health Education at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is a top provider of public health education in the UK, with a strong reputation for interdisciplinary research and teaching. The university's location in Canterbury provides access to a range of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community organizations, which offer opportunities for students to gain practical experience in public health. Additionally, the university's commitment to social justice and equity aligns with the values of public health practice.

Develop the skills you need to become a public health professional, with exciting career opportunities in both the UK and abroad.

Our Public Health and Health Promotion course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

The World Health Organization and governments around the world are supporting the expansion of health promotion and public health. This is a growing and important area to be in.

You will study the mental, emotional, social, physical, spiritual, political, and environmental influences on health and how currently the government aims to address these.

The degree provides suitable entry qualifications which will contribute to becoming a registered health promotion or public health practitioner. It also opens up routes into teaching, through PGCE, and prepares you for further postgraduate study at all levels through to Ph.D. The course is normally accepted for graduate entry into health professional and social work programs of study.

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate: 29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.