BSc Public Health
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) Public Health at Buckinghamshire New University gives you the knowledge and practical skills needed to make a difference in the health and well-being of communities. Following the Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework, the course explores how social, cultural, political, and global factors influence population health.
You will study important topics such as health promotion theory, ethical decision making, epidemiology, safeguarding, and health education. You will also learn useful practical skills, like motivational interviewing and how to carry out research. During class discussions, you will build your confidence by sharing ideas with others.
Throughout the course, you will take part in real-life health promotion activities and meet people who work in public health. In your final year, you will write a dissertation on a public health topic that you are interested in, with help from your tutor.
Studying BSc (Hons) Public Health at Buckinghamshire New University gives you the knowledge and practical experience you need for a successful career in public health.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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To study this course, a UCAS tariff score of 88-112 is required. This can be obtained through qualifications such as A Levels, T Levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education Course in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency:
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Non-native speakers of English are expected to show proficiency in English by having an IELTS score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each of the four elements.
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Equivalent tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, LanguageCert Academic, and others are also accepted.
Scholarships
BNU Asylum Seeker Scholarship
BNU Refugee Scholarship
Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship
One off fee reduction of £1,500, £3,000 or £5,000 available to all applicants paying overseas fees on their first year of study.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Public Health from Buckinghamshire New University are qualified for employment in roles such as the following:
- Public Health Practitioner
- Health Promotion Officer
- Environmental Health Officer
- Social Care Support Worker
- Health Administrator
- Charity Worker
Cost of study
For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee to study the BSc (Hons) Public Health at Buckinghamshire New University is £15,150. Please note that fees are paid annually and are, therefore, subject to change.
Admission
To apply for this course, you have to go through UCAS. For more information about this process, feel free to consult any of our counsellors at AHZ.
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