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BSc (Hons) Public Health

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Public Health degree at UOCL aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to improve and protect public health, while addressing health inequalities. The course covers a wide range of public health disciplines, such as health promotion, epidemiology, and global health issues, alongside local, national, and global public health concerns.

Entry requirements

Standard Entry Requirements

96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels or equivalent, e.g. CCC.

Alternatively, applicants can have:

  • Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC
  • Scottish Highers: BBCCC
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a relevant subject
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points

All applicants must have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C (or grade 4), including English and Maths.

Foundation Year Entry Requirements

40 UCAS points for Foundation Year entry.

English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (Academic) or equivalent.

Modules

  • Data Skills20 credits
  • Research Skills20 credits
  • Communication Skills20 credits
  • Professional Development Skills20 credits

Career prospects

The BSc (Hons) Public Health degree provides a broad understanding of public health and offers a wide range of career opportunities in various sectors. Potential career roles include:

  • Public Health Practitioner
  • Youth Worker
  • Drug and Alcohol Worker
  • Public Health Information Officer
  • Health Improvement Practitioner
  • Health Protection Practitioner
  • Community Development or Outreach Worker
  • Health Communications Officer

Teaching and assessment

The course uses a variety of assessment methods, including written assignments, laboratory reports, practical activities, presentations, group work, research projects, and reflective writing. These assessments are designed to test students' ability to apply public health concepts and methods in real-world scenarios.

Campus locations

Import Building

6th Floor, 2 Clove Crescent, E India Dock Rd, London E14 2BE

Fees and funding

Fees, funding and start dates can change. The provider source was checked on 2026-08-17; confirm the latest position with the provider before applying.

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