We shortlist applicants based on current qualifications, predicted grades, references and personal statement. We are looking for applicants who are interested in creating a fairer and healthier world. We are also looking for applicants who are keen to learn new skills and develop those they already possess. We want applicants with the ability to: •Communicate effectively and confidently •Understand and discriminate between ideas and methods in the field of public health •Evaluate new ideas and add them to their existing knowledge when they judge them to be sound •Appraise knowledge and suggest possible solutions to a range of problems •Take responsibility for organising and delivering their own work, for developing as an independent learner, and planning their own career pathways. For deferral options please contact the Faculty Admissions Team on 0151 231 5829 or email [email protected] ​You must contact the Faculty Admissions Team to check equivalent qualifications prior to applying. Mature students without formal qualifications will also be considered. Normally upon receipt of application, the Admissions Tutor will contact you to discuss your application in further detail. Are Level 3 NVQs acceptable? Accepted in a relevant subject for Mature Applicants who meet other specified criteria (see notes)

Minimum number of A Levels required: 2 Is general studies acceptable? Yes Are AS level awards acceptable? Not acceptable Average A Level offer: BBC Maximum AS Level points accepted: Not acceptable

Extended diploma (QCF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Extended diploma subjects / grades required: DMM in a relevant subject area is required if no other level 3 qualifications are taken

Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Further information: Access programme must have been taken be in a relevant subject area. Points can be achieved from a combination of passes, merits and distinctions

Scottish Higher: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Scottish Advanced Higher: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications

International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Additional information: 112 UCAS points required

Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Grades / subjects required: 112 UCAS points from a minimum of 5 subjects FETAC acceptability: All modules accepted Anatomy and Physiology, Human Growth and Development, Introduction to Nursing

To obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Contact the admissions team for details.