Public Health and Wellbeing (R64) - BA (Hons)

Open University

Public health is a rapidly evolving field. Through this degree, you’ll gain a critical understanding of public health and wellbeing, along with the policies and practices that shape them. You’ll explore how to prevent infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, and non-communicable diseases, like heart disease, and how to promote health and enhance wellbeing. You’ll examine how social determinants of health and illness lead to inequalities, and study evidence-based interventions to prevent ill health and promote good health. You’ll also learn about the United Kingdom Public Health Register (UKPHR) standards and develop skills for effective practice in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment.

- Explore a rapidly developing area of health and social care - Critically evaluate how inequalities in society impact individual and community health - Examine the ethical, legal, economic and political issues that influence healthcare provision - Learn about the United Kingdom Public Health Register and its standards for practice