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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Public Health
University of Bedfordshire
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Public Health course at University of Bedfordshire.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Bedfordshire. These students are taking Public Health or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | D |
| Sociology | C |
| Business Studies | C |
| Geography | A |
| Psychology | D |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: PH10
Here's what University of Bedfordshire says about its Public Health course.
This course provides a broad base of scientific knowledge and skills that can be applied across a range of health-related careers in the UK and internationally. You explore the differing health needs of populations; the influences on health; and how to prevent ill health and promote health and wellbeing. Using a blended learning approach, we prepare you to work in the field of public health, with theory applied to real-life situations through volunteering and placement opportunities.
Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement
- Graduates of this course achieve fellowship recognition with the UK Royal Society for Public Health, opening the way to a career in the field across public and private sectors.
Facilities and Specialist Equipment
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Fully immersive simulation suites with settings that prepare students for real-life scenarios in a safe and supportive environment.
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Relevant data-analysis software that develops your research skills and prepares you for careers in epidemiology and public health intelligence and statistics.
Partnerships and Collaborations
- We have strong links with Luton Borough Council Public Health department, Keech Hospice Care, other local charities, and the University of Bedfordshire’s Institute for Health Research. These collaborations support our students’ learning and prepare them for future careers in public health.
Your Student Experience
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Learn from a dedicated team made up of practitioners, experts and researchers in the field of public health, whose expertise, experience and world-leading research feeds back into your learning.
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The course is mapped against the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework; UK Public Health Registry; ASPHER core competencies for public health professionals; and Global Health Education competencies.
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Undertake internships in areas such as health inequalities; homelessness; addiction and substance abuse; public health policies and planning; and public health epidemiology and data analysis.
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The course’s flexible approach is designed to develop your capacity to respond quickly and confidently to emerging health challenges such as a pandemic, humanitarian needs or disruptions caused by climate change.
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Benefit from the course’s strong focus on public health’s responsibility to protect and improve the health of all people, and to reduce health and social care inequalities.
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Take the opportunity to learn from visiting guest speakers, researchers and experts in different public health areas.
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Our courses attract students from around the world, bringing a wide range of talents and experience to your learning as well as contributing to a lively, engaging learning environment.
Source: University of Bedfordshire
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Society, Community and Health
Location
Luton Campus | Luton
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Environmental and public health
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
How you will be assessed
Course work; group and individual project work, reports, oral presentations and podcasts.
University of Bedfordshire student reviews
Showing 40 reviews
3rd year student
3 years ago
Good could be better
3rd year student
3 years ago
Teaching is great, course is tough but rewarding
3rd year student
3 years ago
Great experience so far made lots of memories looking forward to making more
Graduate
3 years ago
Five stars: Excellent
Graduate
3 years ago
Five stars: Excellent
Graduate
3 years ago
Five stars: Excellent
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Bedfordshire
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Bedfordshire students who took the Public Health course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
71%
low
Teaching on my course
71%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
72%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
80%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
69%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
62%
low
Learning opportunities
64%
low
Learning opportunities
64%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
70%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
64%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
66%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
65%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
53%
low
Assessment and feedback
63%
low
Assessment and feedback
63%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
67%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
65%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
56%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
82%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
46%
low
Academic support
69%
low
Academic support
69%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
68%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
72%
low
Organisation and management
44%
low
Organisation and management
44%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
49%
low
How well organised is your course?
40%
low
Learning resources
68%
low
Learning resources
68%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
64%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
79%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
62%
low
Student voice
61%
low
Student voice
61%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
49%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
68%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
65%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
53%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
70%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
58%
low
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
70%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
76%
low
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
66%
low
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
54%
low
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
68%
low
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
68%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of Bedfordshire. These students are taking Public Health or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Bedfordshire graduates who took Public Health - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
90%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
90%
Say it fits with future plans
80%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
85%
Other Health Professionals
5%
Caring personal services
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Bedfordshire graduates who took Public Health - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£38.7k
First year after graduation
£27k
Third year after graduation
£24.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Public Health.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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