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This flexible degree program offers a dynamic way of learning, giving students a solid foundation to explore key public health issues in the UK today. Along with studying different theories, students learn how to apply them to current public health challenges. The program allows students to shape their studies to match their career interests, build confidence, and gain specialist skills that employers look for.
Key Features:
- The course is designed to help you get jobs in healthcare by developing skills that employers need.
- You can customize your learning to focus on areas that interest you, building both specialized knowledge and general skills useful for many career paths.
- Enjoy a supportive learning environment with a personal tutor to guide you throughout your studies.
- You’ll explore topics like the psychology and sociology of health, debates in healthcare, and mental health and wellbeing.
- The "Health, Wellbeing and Society in Professional Contexts" module gives you the chance to gain work experience in different health and community settings.
- Graduates often pursue careers in health promotion, working with community groups, charities, and local governments. Many also go on to further study, like a Master by Research at DMU.
- Throughout the course, you’ll examine a wide range of health-related issues, especially focusing on wellbeing. Topics covered include health psychology, public health, health promotion, social care management, and health inequalities. In your third year, you can choose optional modules such as Substance Use, Addictive Behavior and Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Social Exclusion and Health.
