BSc (Hons) Public Health

Summary 2012/13

• Enhance your knowledge and skills to competently support clients and groups in decision-making and lifestyle changes related to public health;
• Identify and utilise health promotion strategies aimed at influencing behaviour change and examine the public health needs of society;
• Study a programme structured to link in with the Government's healthy living agenda in areas such as obesity, smoking and alcohol abuse.

This is a Level 6 conversion programme, giving you the opportunity to progress from a foundation degree (or equivalent) to an honours degree in a relevant subject.

Linking with the Government’s healthy living agenda in areas such as obesity, smoking and alcohol abuse, the BSc (Hons) Public Health adopts an interdisciplinary and vocationally orientated approach. The programme allows you to further enhance your knowledge and skills to engage with individuals and communities in relation to the issues of public health.

2012 Entry Requirements

You are normally required to demonstrate 120 credits at Level 5 or equivalent, i.e. have completed a Foundation Degree in Public Health.

Summary 2013/14

• Enhance your knowledge and skills to competently support clients and groups in decision-making and lifestyle changes related to public health;
• Identify and utilise health promotion strategies aimed at influencing behaviour change and examine the public health needs of society;
• Study a programme structured to link in with the Government's healthy living agenda in areas such as obesity, smoking and alcohol abuse.

This is a Level 6 conversion programme, giving you the opportunity to progress from a foundation degree (or equivalent) to an honours degree in a relevant subject.

Linking with the Government’s healthy living agenda in areas such as obesity, smoking and alcohol abuse, the BSc (Hons) Public Health adopts an interdisciplinary and vocationally orientated approach. The programme allows you to further enhance your knowledge and skills to engage with individuals and communities in relation to the issues of public health.

2013 Entry Requirements

You are normally required to demonstrate 120 credits at Level 5 or equivalent, i.e. have completed a Foundation Degree in Public Health.

Details

Who is this course for?

The BSc (Hons) Public Health is ideal if you want to be involved in supporting individuals, or groups, with attaining a positive lifestyle and achieving their potential, be it through living, working or playing. If you’re working, or seeking to work, in a community support role related to public health, then this programme could be for you.

What will I gain from this programme?

The programme will enhance your knowledge and skills, enabling you to support clients and groups in decision-making and lifestyle changes related to public health.

How we will support you

You will be allocated a personal tutor at the start of the programme who will support your academic development and progression as well as providing pastoral support when required. This support will be complemented by module leaders who will offer guidance for each module studied and a dissertation supervisor.

What will I study?

The programme will enhance your knowledge of health promotion and develop your skills in identifying and utilising health promotion strategies aimed at influencing behaviour change. You will also examine the needs of society in relation to public health, looking at health improvement initiatives and the prevention of ill health.

In addition, you will study research methods to develop a good understanding of the research process and complete a dissertation, concentrating on an area of vocational interest or concern, agreed between you and your tutor.

How will I study?

You will learn through a variety of methods. The course is delivered through a combination of seminars, lectures and tutorials.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught by a highly-qualified team of academic staff with vast experience in the field of public health practice and research methods.

How will I be assessed?

A variety of assessment techniques are used throughout the programme including presentations and written assignments.

What are my career prospects?

This programme will provide you with the skills to work as a health trainer or in the field of health education and promotion.

How do I apply?

Apply directly to Edge Hill University. Download the application form (pdf) and notes for guidance (pdf).

Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/apply for more information on the application process and our Admissions criteria.

Fees and Finance

Full-Time Study

If you are joining this conversion degree in academic year 2012/13 and will be progressing directly from a foundation degree without a break from studying (disregarding any normal intervening vacation period between semesters), you will be classed as a "continuing" student provided you also studied the foundation degree on a full-time basis. The tuition fee for full-time continuing students is £3,465 for academic year 2012/13.

However, if you are joining this conversion programme in academic year 2012/13 as a new student, have taken a break from education since completing a foundation degree (disregarding any normal intervening vacation period between semesters), or you studied a foundation degree on a part-time basis, the tuition fee for full-time study is £9,000.

Eligible full-time students will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over the threshold amount (£15,000pa for the £3,465 fee, £21,000pa for the £9,000 fee).

To find out more about fees, grants and loans for full-time students on this progression route in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/conversionfees2012.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only.

Part-Time Study

If you are joining this conversion degree in academic year 2012/13 and will be progressing directly from a foundation degree (disregarding any normal intervening vacation period between semesters), you will be classed as a "continuing" student provided you also studied the foundation degree on a part-time basis. The tuition fee for part-time continuing students on this conversion degree in academic year 2012/13 is £380 per 20 credit module and £570 per 30 credit module.

UK continuing students will be able to apply for an annual fee grant up to £1,230, subject to income level and intensity of study, and may also be eligible for a means-tested grant of up to £265 for books, travel and other course-related expenditure.

However, if you are joining this conversion degree as a new student, have taken a break from education since completing a foundation degree (disregarding any normal intervening vacation period between semesters), or you studied a foundation degree on a full-time basis, the tuition fee for part-time study is £1,500 per 20 credit module and £2,250 per 30 credit module for academic year 2012/13.

New students, and those not classed as "continuing" students, will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over £21,000pa.

To find out more about fees, grants and loans for part-time students on this programme in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/conversionfees2012pt.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only. A total of 120 credits must be studied (at level 6) to complete a conversion degree.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many national careers fairs and UCAS events.

Still want more?

If you have any questions you would like to ask the programme leader about this course, please contact:

• Judith Ashley, Faculty of Health and Social Care, Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP
• Tel: 01695 650875
• Email: ashleyj@edgehill.ac.uk

Modules

HUG 3100 Undergraduate Dissertation (30 credits) will focus on the identification of an area of vocational interest or concern to be identified by you and agreed with your supervisor. You will engage in a structured review of the literature related to your specific area of study and then apply critical analysis to the existing literature and make recommendations that will improve service provision.

HEA 3012 Research Methods (20 credits) is designed to develop your understanding of the research process and the nature and variety of research methods. The module's characteristic features are to encourage you to see qualitative and quantitative methods as equally valuable and often complimentary.

HUG 3111 Health Promotion (20 credits) further develop your knowledge of health promotion and enhances your skills in identifying and utilising health promotion strategies aimed at influencing behaviour change. This will include the importance of promoting positive attitudes and a non-judgemental approach.

HUG 3112 Public Health in Practice (30 credits). The importance of addressing the health needs of the United Kingdom and prevention of ill health is seen as paramount to the reduction of health inequalities. This module allows you to explore the needs of our complex society in the field of public health, looking at health improvement initiatives.

You will also study a further, optional module, chosen from the undergraduate portfolio (20 credits).