18Oct
UndergraduateCoventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
From developing strategies to tackle health inequalities and rising levels of obesity to promoting mental, physical and environmental health, this course prepares you for a wide range of roles and opportunities in the field. The course explores practical strategies for tackling disease, preventing ill health and reducing health inequalities, including health promotion programmes and approaches to health protection in response to emerging challenges. We aim to give you a real-world experience of the tasks and challenges you may face as a public health practitioner. You will have the opportunity to participate in practical activities, problem-based learning and workshops that could help you prepare for your future career.
- The course aims to equip you to work in a range of roles within public health where you can make a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing.
- Develop an understanding of health inequalities at local, national and international levels as well as the knowledge to be able to improve health outcomes through the effective planning, execution and evaluation of public health interventions to change behaviour.
- Explore differing health needs, influences on health, and how to prevent ill health and promote health and wellbeing. Develop the skills needed to address health challenges and improve population health.
- Learning is inclusive, applied, interactive and creative with hands-on sessions related to real-life public health situations.
- You will be taught by enthusiastic and engaged public health experts from a range of practice, research, academic and leadership backgrounds.
- Our assessments use the same competencies, knowledge and skills that you might use in many public health job roles.
- Inter-professional learning opportunities allowing you to share, learn and work together with other students from health-related courses.
- You may have opportunities to attend out-of-classroom field trips related to aspects of public health.2Benefit from visits and career talks from alumni and public health practitioners.
Modules
Year One In the first year, learn about the foundations of public health, modern communication, global health systems, public health interventions and develop your personal and professional skills. Modules
- Enhancing Personal and Professional Skills in Public Health
- Understanding Global Health Systems
- Modern Communication in Public Health
- Foundation of Public Health Interventions
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Applied Health Research Methods
- Public Health Policy, Management and Employability
- Health Promotion and Protection
- Leadership and Management in Public Health
- Contemporary Issues in Public Health
- Dissertation: Public Health Issues
Assessment method
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include:
- essays
- reports
- poster presentations
- group work
- multiple choice questions (MCQs)
- portfolios
- exams
- research project.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HU13
- Institution code:
- C85
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - CCCCC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Additional costs/fee information
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year.
For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Provider information
Coventry University
Priory Street
Coventry
CV1 5FB