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BSc (Hons) in Public Health with Foundation Year

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

Connect health, social care and the organisation of support services with practical analysis and professional development. The published curriculum offers a platform for relevant work or further study.

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Choose this course
01

Is this for you?

For learners seeking a preparatory year before degree-level study; progression depends on meeting the course requirements.

02

What you will learn

Published modules

Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.

  • Data SkillsFoundation
  • Research SkillsFoundation
  • Professional Development for PractitionersFoundation
  • Academic and Professional SkillsYear 1
  • Introduction to Public HealthYear 1
  • The Public Health PractitionerYear 1
  • Health Policy and SystemsYear 2
  • Epidemiology and Population HealthYear 2
  • Media and Health TechnologyYear 2
  • Global Health in ContextYear 3
  • Public Health in PracticeYear 3
  • Public Health Major ProjectYear 3

Put it into practice

Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.

  • Illustrative example: Compare public health data from two areas and propose a preventive intervention with indicators to evaluate its reach.
Subject areas

Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.

health, social care and the organisation of support services
03

Explore your career potential

Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.

Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.

Health promotion specialist

Related career

Develops programmes that help communities improve health.

Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000

How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Health service manager

Experience required

Organises healthcare services, resources and improvements.

Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£77,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Community development worker

Related career

Works with communities to improve services and opportunities.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Social researcher

Additional training or accreditation required

Investigate social questions with qualitative and quantitative research.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Develop research-design, statistics and qualitative-analysis skills; some posts require postgraduate research training.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Data analyst-statistician

Additional training or accreditation required

Interprets data to inform decisions and explain patterns.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Develop statistics, coding and data-analysis competence through additional training and a relevant sector portfolio.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Environmental health practitioner

Additional training or accreditation required

Investigates environmental risks to public health and food safety.

Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Complete a CIEH-accredited environmental-health qualification and the practical professional training required for the post.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Health and safety adviser

Additional training or accreditation required

Helps organisations prevent workplace injury and illness.

Starting out
£26,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Complete relevant occupational health-and-safety training, such as a recognised professional qualification, and gain sector experience.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Housing officer

Experience required

Manages tenancies and supports residents of social housing.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000

How to get there: Gain housing or customer-service experience and relevant housing-practice training; employers may offer trainee routes.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Welfare rights adviser

Experience required

Helps people understand and claim financial support and benefits.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£42,000

How to get there: Build advice-service experience and complete training in benefits, casework and referral procedures.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Civil Service executive officer

Related career

Deliver public services and support government policy and operations.

Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000

How to get there: Meet the advertised Civil Service selection, nationality and any security-vetting requirements; individual schemes set qualification criteria.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Charity fundraiser

Related career

Charity fundraisers organise events and activities to encourage people to donate to causes and to support organisations.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Build practical experience through projects, placements or junior roles; employer selection requirements apply.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner

Related career

Develop responsible business practices and sustainability initiatives.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Build relevant experience and demonstrate the skills required by the employer.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Training officer

Related career

Identify learning needs and design and evaluate staff training.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Nutritionist

Additional training or accreditation required

Uses nutritional science to support healthier diets and wellbeing.

Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Check accredited nutrition study and the requirements for voluntary professional registration; this is distinct from a registered dietitian route.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Public relations officer

Related career

Manage communication and relationships with media and audiences.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Family support worker

Related career

Family support workers offer tailored help to families and carers, and give advice on how to promote their children's learning and development.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Gain practical experience with the relevant client group and complete required occupational training, safeguarding and background checks.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Youth worker

Additional training or accreditation required

Youth workers support young people aged 11 to 25 to help them with their personal, social and educational development.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£37,000

How to get there: Gain youth-work experience; professional youth-worker posts normally require a recognised youth-work qualification and safeguarding checks.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Social services manager

Experience required

Manage social care teams, services, budgets and standards.

Starting out
£35,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Develop substantial social-care supervisory experience; some roles also require a regulated professional qualification.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Higher education lecturer

Additional training or accreditation required

Teach university students and contribute to academic research.

Starting out
£37,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Normally complete postgraduate research, often a doctorate, develop publications and gain relevant teaching experience.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Business project manager

Experience required

Plans work, people and budgets to deliver business projects.

Starting out
£29,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£75,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21
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Study options and entry

Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31

Campus, mode and intake
London · On Campus · please enquire
Duration
To be confirmed
Published tuition fee
£9,790 per year
Awarding university
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Historical information (not the current offer)

£9,790 per year

Entry requirements and routes

Under 21: 32 UCAS points plus GCSE English & Maths at grade 3/D or above OR 5 GCSEs at grade 3/D plus evidence of 2 years study at level 3, study does not need to be passed If GCSE English not met, ELPT may be accepted Maths exemption only for Law or Health & Social Care, subject to approval by Head of Admissions Mature Students: Level 3 (Ofqual recognised) or international equivalent in an academic subject. Practical subjects such as Sport not accepted unless worth 32 UCAS Points Level 2 (Ofqual recognised) qualifications must be academic; practical Level 2 not accepted Check Ofqual recognition: https://find-a- qualification.services.ofqual.gov.uk/find-regulated-organisations Minimum 2 GCSEs at grade 3/D in academic subjects or 3 Functional Skills at Level 2. Work Experience Route Minimum 6 months full-time experience (25+ hours/week) within last 2 years Must be relevant to the chosen degree; however, manual labour roles will not be accepted, such as Cleaner, Warehouse Operative or Driver Customer service-based roles that are customer-facing can be accepted if the applicant can demonstrate relevant skills practiced Interview required; employment reference must be from a business email Recent payslip (within 3 months) required unless employer is large organisation Self-employed applicants assessed case by case but requirement to see established acceptable business

English language

Duolingo or ELPT ; Student will be exempt from the ELPT if they hold: English qualification at level 2, or an academic qualification at level 3

Interview or assessment

"Step - 1 The Applicant will be directed to the test administration room and will be asked to write a statement based on the question provided. They will have 15 minutes to complete this. Step -2 The Applicant will be collected by an academic and taken to an appropriate space for interview. The interview should last between 15-25 minutes. Preparing For Your Interview Why ‘that’ course? As with any university interview, you will be asked why you have applied for the course you have chosen. If you have conducted some thorough research, this is your chance to shine and impress your interviewer, demonstrating your firm understanding of the course syllabus and structure. Furthermore, interviewers want to know about YOU. Which aspects of the course appeal to YOU and why? Why ARU London? Your interviewers will also want to know why you have chosen UCLAN London as opposed to other universities. This is once again an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer that you have conducted some research about UCLAN London. Try to think of examples as to what UCLAN London can offer you that other universities may not be able to. Previous Education/Qualifications Try to draw on your previous experience. For instance, you may have studied, or be currently studying, something related to your chosen course. Perhaps you have worked within that industry and have a wealth of experience to share. These are all examples which can strengthen your argument as to why you have chosen your particular course. Your CV & Personal Statement Know your personal statement and CV inside out. Your interviewer will be keen to find out more about your personal experiences in further detail. Remember to bring any academic documents which have been requested from our Admissions Team. Life After University Although this is looking far ahead, interviewers will be interested to find out more about your motivations behind studying at UCLAN London. Consider where you hope your degree will take you and how this will help boost your career prospects."

Classes and attendance

2 Weekdays on campus : Available(9:30 AM - 5:30 PM) Status: Open

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Funding and support

FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION

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Student Finance England

Tuition fees: To be confirmed

Maintenance: To be confirmed

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.

For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.

Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.

Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check. Official source

Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.

Funding source
Attendance and English

To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.

The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.

Read the official attendance guidance

The provider publishes student support services. Ask its support team about study needs, wellbeing, reasonable adjustments and any course-specific finance eligibility; support and funding are assessed individually.

Sources and review

Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21

Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.

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