BSc Health and Wellbeing in Society

The BSc Health and Wellbeing in Society at De Montfort University is designed to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to address public health challenges and improve wellbeing in communities. This course covers core areas such as health psychology, public health, and health inequalities, giving you the knowledge to work in the health, social care, and community development sectors.

It covers all major aspects of health and well-being, including mental health, substance use and addictive behaviours, social exclusion, and the social determinants of health. Essentially, this course is designed to develop you into a professional capable of promoting healthier communities and tackling complex health issues. It is taught by experienced academics and practitioners who bring research-informed teaching and insight to the classroom.

This course is delivered through a block-teaching format, which allows you to focus on one subject at a time for deeper learning. In your third year, you will also have the opportunity to undertake an optional 80-hour placement through the Health, Wellbeing, and Society in Professional Contexts module. This enables you to gain valuable experience in health-related or community settings.

The course emphasises practical and applied learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and problem-solving activities, all supported by independent study. Assessments take various forms, including essays, portfolios, reports, presentations, reflective logs, and case studies, ensuring you graduate with a broad set of academic and professional skills.