BSc Public Health (Online)

Duration: 3 Years | Delivery: Online | Credits: 360 UK Credits | Tutorial Time: Weekly (7 PM – 9 PM UK Time)

What is Public Health?

Public health is the science and art of preventing disease, extending life, and promoting health through the organized efforts of society (Winslow, 1920). Unlike clinical medicine, which focuses on treating individuals, public health seeks to protect and improve the health of entire populations locally, nationally, and globally. It addresses a wide range of issues, including health education, epidemiology, health policy, social determinants of health, and global health challenges such as pandemics and non-communicable diseases.

Studying public health provides students with the tools to understand how health is influenced by biological, social, environmental, and economic factors and how to design and deliver interventions that make a real difference in people’s lives (Tulchinsky and Varavikova, 2014).

Why Study This Course?

Public health professionals play a vital role in shaping the health of populations and communities. The BSc Public Health degree equips students with a strong foundation in public health practice, theory, and policy. As global challenges such as infectious disease outbreaks, health inequalities, climate change, and chronic illness continue to evolve, trained public health graduates are essential for tackling health threats and promoting community wellbeing.

This degree offers students a dynamic, interdisciplinary learning experience that bridges science, policy, sociology, and leadership. Students gain the academic and professional tools necessary to support evidence-based interventions and make real-world impact.

Who Is This Course For?

This programme is ideal for:

• Aspiring public health professionals
• School leavers or career changers with an interest in health
• Those wishing to work in global health, health promotion, or community outreach
• Individuals aiming to progress to postgraduate public health qualifications

Study Mode

• Fully Online
• Designed for flexibility and accessible from anywhere
• Weekly live tutorials (Wednesdays, 7 PM – 9 PM UK Time)
• Self-paced recorded webinars and learning activities

Programme Module guide

The BSc Public Health is a comprehensive three-year undergraduate degree that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to tackle public health challenges and drive positive change. The programme is designed to be interdisciplinary, drawing on the fields of sociology, epidemiology, policy, management, and environmental health.

Year 1 – Foundations of Public Health

Students explore fundamental concepts such as epidemiology, contemporary health issues, health systems, and the social and economic factors that affect health outcomes.

Semester	Module Title	Credits
1	Introduction to Epidemiology	20
1	Academic Writing Skills	20
1	Contemporary Issues in Public Health	20
2	Health Systems	20
2	Medical Sociology (Social & Economic Determinants)	20
2	Communicable & Non-Communicable Diseases	20

Year 2 – Building Skills and Global Awareness

This year introduces informatics, communication strategies, research methods, and global health frameworks essential for modern public health practice.

Semester	Module Title	Credits
1	Environmental Health	20
1	Professional Skills Development	20
1	Introduction to Health Informatics & Statistics	20
2	Introduction to Research Methods	20
2	Health Communication	20
2	Global Health	20

Year 3 – Leadership, Policy and Research

In the final year, students engage in strategic thinking, ethical reflection, and independent research, preparing for advanced roles in public health or further study.

Semester	Module Title	Credits
1	Ethics & Law in Public Health	20
1	Public Health Policy	20
1	Health Promotion and Protection	20
2	Leadership and Management	20
2	Health Economics in Public Health	20
2	Dissertation	40

Learning Delivery and Tutor Support

Day	Activity	Time
Wednesday	Live Tutorial	7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday	Recorded Webinar Release	Self-paced

Students benefit from:

• Weekly interactive tutorials and live Q&A sessions
• Personal academic guidance and assignment mentoring
• Online collaboration tools and student forums
• Detailed, timely feedback from academic tutors

Career Pathways

A public health degree opens doors to a meaningful and impactful career. Students develop analytical, research, and communication skills essential to understanding population health and influencing health policy and practice. As public health continues to play a pivotal role in areas like pandemic preparedness, climate resilience, and health equity, the demand for skilled professionals continues to grow (World Health Organization, 2022)

Graduates of this programme will be prepared for entry-level and intermediate roles in:

• Health Promotion and Education
• Local Authority Public Health Teams
• NGOs and International Development Organisations
• Health Research and Policy
• Community Health Outreach

Employment Opportunities

• Health Promotion Officer
• Public Health Practitioner
• Research Assistant
• Community Health Worker
• Health Policy Assistant

Entry Requirements

• UK Level 3 qualifications (A-Levels or equivalent)
• Applicants with relevant work experience considered
• English Language Proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Tuition Fees

• Total Fee: £7,500 per year
• Payment plans and instalment options available

How to Apply

Applications are accepted throughout the year for multiple intakes.

Apply Now: here
Contact Us: enquiries@thelondonschoolofpublichealth.com

Head of Public Health Dr A Saxena

E: as@thelondonschoolofpublichealth.com

References

• Tulchinsky, T.H. and Varavikova, E.A. (2014) The New Public Health. 3rd edn. London: Academic Press.
• Winslow, C.E.A. (1920) ‘The untilled fields of public health’, Science, 51(1306), pp. 23–33.
• World Health Organization (2022) Public health workforce: Global competency framework for universal health coverage. Available at: https://www.who.int (Accessed: 15 June 2025).