Public Health (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Public Health (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides students with the essential skills to research, analyse, and report on measures for health protection and improvement. This comprehensive bachelor degree explores the complex nature of health inequalities and the various methods used to evaluate and address them in modern society. Students will develop a professional understanding of how to support communities and prevent the spread of communicable diseases.

Throughout the course, you will learn how to interpret both real and simulated health data to propose effective public health measures. The curriculum is designed to help you communicate findings to diverse audiences, ensuring that health and care services remain accessible and suitable for all.

Why Public Health (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

Studying at this institution offers the chance to engage with real-world public health challenges and gain valuable global health insights. The university has received a Gold award for the quality of its education and was named the Times Higher Education University of the Year in 2023. Students benefit from hands-on projects with industry partners and teaching delivered by experts with professional industry knowledge.

The programme is specifically aligned with the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) practitioner competencies. This alignment ensures that your education directly supports your preparation for UKPHR registration upon graduation. Additionally, the university is ranked first in the East of England for undergraduates employed as managers, directors, or senior officials, highlighting its strong focus on leadership and employability.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17500 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Practitioner in Public Health
• Human Systems and Disease
• Promoting Health and Wellbeing
• Epidemiology
• Global Health and Sustainability
• Data Analysis in Public Health Research
• Health Communication
• Healthcare Systems
• Driving Change in Population Health

Careers with Public Health (Hons)

Graduates are equipped to work for a variety of local, national, and international organisations, including the NHS, local government, and the not-for-profit sector. Many find successful roles within international agencies such as the World Health Organization or UNICEF. The degree provides a strong foundation for careers in education, consultancy, and health-related research.

Specific roles available to graduates include public health practitioner, health improvement practitioner, and health protection practitioner. You might also pursue a career as a public health information officer, sexual health advisor, or community development worker. The skills gained in data analysis and communication also allow for roles in health policy and smoking cessation coordination.