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Are you driven to make a difference in people’s lives and reduce health inequalities? This degree equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

Over three years, you’ll explore how social, political, and global factors influence health, and learn how to design and deliver effective health promotion strategies. You’ll study the political and external factors influencing the provision of health promotion and public health in the UK and internationally and develop your knowledge and skills to improve the health and well-being of communities. You’ll learn from internationally recognised experts and gain real-world experience through placements with a range of organisations, helping you apply theory to practice.

The programme has recognition by the Institute of Health Promotion and Education, giving you a strong foundation for a wide variety of careers in public health, health education, and community outreach. Whether you’re passionate about mental health, nutrition, sexual health, or tackling health inequalities, this degree opens the door to meaningful, impactful work.

Join a vibrant, supportive learning environment and graduate ready to lead change in the UK and beyond.

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Dr Katharine Whittingham talks about what you will learn whilst studying Health Promotion and Public Health, potential placement opportunities and advice for prospective students.

 

Reasons to study with us  

  • Global profile in public health – 30 years of teaching public health 

  • Diverse career opportunities: explore career prospects as a Health Promotion Specialist, Public Health Project Manager, Health Lifestyles Coordinator, or Tobacco Control expert.  

  • Aligned with industry standards: our curriculum is mapped to the UK Public Health Practitioner standards, ensuring that you are well-equipped with the latest knowledge and skills needed in the field of public health. 

  • Impact communities and reduce inequalities: by studying with us, you'll be empowered to make a positive difference in the health of communities and actively contribute to reducing health inequalities. 

  • Excellent graduate employment: 97.9% of undergraduates from the School of Health Sciences secured graduate level employment within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £24,033 *HESA Graduate Outcomes 2020

 

 

 

Support during your health promotion and public health course

Get advice, support and guidance on an academic and personal level during your time at Nottingham.

Our support

Course information and modules you can study

Explore the modules offered on our Health Promotion and Public Health BSc course and see yourself as part of our dynamic and supportive learning community.

Explore our modules

 

Learn from the experts in health promotion and public health

Hear about how you will learn for our experts in health promotion and public Health.

Our expert staff

Careers in health promotion and public health

Hear from Dr Katharine Whittingham about the careers and employability of future graduates.

Careers information

Gain real experience and develop skills to unlock a variety of career routes

In year two, you’ll have the opportunity to put your learning into practice. Hear more from Dr Katharine Whittingham.

Immersive placements