BSc Public Health

The Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Public Health course focuses on the principles and practice of preventing disease and promoting good health and wellbeing within communities. It aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and adaptability needed for a career in various public health settings, exploring how health is shaped by daily life, policy, and environmental factors.

Students will engage with various teaching and learning strategies, including work-based learning, real-world case studies, group discussions, lectures, and student presentations. Assessment methods include essays, presentations, research reports, literature reviews, projects, examinations, and portfolios, ensuring a thorough understanding of the subject.

For over 50 years, Canterbury Christ Church University has offered a comprehensive academic and professional education to individuals across the globe. The university believes in higher education’s ability to enrich and change lives, demonstrated by its strong graduate employment rates and a research community that is recognised internationally.

The university provides more than 80 single honours courses at the undergraduate level, some with an integrated foundation year, along with several postgraduate programmes. Students can access modern facilities, including excellent libraries, study spaces, IT resources, and specialised simulation suites. These resources all work together to create a supportive learning environment and improve future career opportunities.

Prospective students are required to submit a personal statement detailing their reasons for applying to the course and sharing other important information about their academic background. A relevant academic or employer reference is also necessary. Additionally, students have the option to include their CVs with their applications to showcase any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants need  A-Level at BBC, a BTEC National Diploma, an Access to Higher Education Diploma, or an International Baccalaureate Diploma. 
• The university also accepts international qualifications that are considered equivalent to A-Levels.

English Proficiency: 

• For applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds, demonstrating English language ability is essential. This means achieving an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any individual component. 
• Other recognised English language test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.

For the 2025/26 academic year, international students enrolling in this course will pay £15,500 per year in tuition fees.

There are a good number of scholarships and bursary opportunities at Canterbury Christ Church University to help students succeed in their studies. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students can benefit from these awards. Depending on individual circumstances and chosen subject, various types of support are available, including the Academic Excellence Scholarship, Bell Scholarship, and International Student Scholarship.

Graduates of the BSc Public Health programme work as:

• Public Health Officer
• Health and Wellbeing Caseworker
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Public Health Researcher
• Health Policy Advisor
• International Development Worker

Prospective students can apply for the Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Public Health course through UCAS. Please speak to our trained counsellors for help.