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Public Health and Population Studies - BSc (Hons)
University of Bradford

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UNISTATS, UCAS
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Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Location

Main Site

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

Sep 2026

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Duration

3 Year

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You will explore how social, economic, environmental, and cultural factors influence health.You will learn how to:understand patterns of health and disease in different populationsanalyse and interpret public health datadesign and evaluate health improvement programmesexplore global health issues and policy responsescommunicate health information clearly and effectivelyThe course combines theory with real-world application.Throughout your studies, you will be encouraged to think about fairness, ethics and social justice in health. This will help you understand how public health professionals work to reduce inequalities and create healthier societies.A degree in Public Health and Population Studies opens the door to a wide range of careers.You could work in:public health teams within local authorities or the NHShealth promotion and community developmentglobal health organisations and charitiesresearch and data analysis roles After you graduate, you may choose to continue your studies at postgraduate level in public health, global health, epidemiology, health policy, or related fields.Wherever you choose to go next, this degree equips you with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to create positive change.By understanding the bigger picture of health and wellbeing, you will be ready to contribute to healthier communities locally, nationally and globally.

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Introduction to being a public health professional (20 credits) - Core

This module will provide you with the support you need to develop key skills required for public health professionals, based on the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR). In this module, you will work on developing your portfolio, which can be used for future registration with the UKPHR. You will also self-assess on a range of professional and inter-personal skills, IT and academic skills, and develop an action plan to enhance your skills and prepare you for a successful public health placement experience.

Transforming health with research: Methods and Practice (20 credits) - Core

This module provides an essential foundation in public health research methodologies, covering qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches. You will develop core knowledge in data collection and analysis, and ethical research practices, while exploring the role of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in research. The module equips you with the necessary skills for further academic study, professional research roles, and responsible engagement with AI in public health research.

Health for All: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (20 credits) - Core

This module explores key topics such as cultural competency, health inequities, inclusive communication, and the impact of social determinants to health. It also equips you with practical strategies to promote equitable healthcare delivery, ensuring that all people - regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, disability, or other identity factors - receive respectful and effective care.

What Makes us Healthy? Exploring Public and Population Health (20 credits) - Core

The What Makes Us Healthy? Exploring Public and Population Health module will cover essential knowledge of public and population health, including its history, principles, and practice. The module will introduce you to the concept of social determinants of health and present how factors beyond the individuals' control affect their health. You will learn about the differences between public health and population health. You will also learn about the role people, public and private organisations, and the third sector play in shaping the population health.

Health and Disease across the Lifespan (20 credits) - Core

This module introduces key concepts of health, disease, and well-being, exploring both biomedical and social models. You will learn about communicable and non-communicable diseases, their causes, prevention, and impact on individuals and society. You will learn about the impact of biological aspects of health, including immunity, genetics, and lifestyle factors across the lifespan.

Modules (Year 2)
Becoming a public health professional (Placement) - Core
Data-driven health: epidemiology and population health - Core
Entrepreneurship and Employability - Core
Behind the scenes: How business impacts on public health outcomes - Core
Health Education, Prevention and Advocacy - Core
The Science behind Health Choices - Core
Modules (Year 3)
Being a public health professional - Core
Designing population health improvement interventions - Core
AI and data analytics for changemakers - Core
Leading Change in Public Health through Innovation - Core
Health on a Global Scale: From Local issues to Global Solutions - Core
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UCAS/IDP Connect
Tuition fees
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£16,500 per year
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cost of Food- 3060 for 51 week

DATA SOURCE:
UCAS / IDP Connect

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