Public Health with Foundation Year BA
Buckinghamshire New University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Public Health with Foundation Year BA and other courses in Health Studies at Buckinghamshire New University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Health Studies.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Health and Social Care
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Health Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £32000 | £28500 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £30000 - £34000 | £19500 - £32500 | £23500 - £37500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Health and Social Care
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24643 | £19672 | £21649 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19936 - £28613 | £13889 - £25258 | £15534 - £28230 |
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Course Description
This option includes a Foundation Year, The additional Foundation Year will allow you to develop your skills and build confidence in your academic abilities, and is available to you if you didn't meet the entry requirements of the BSc course. You will graduate with the same qualification but with an additional year at the start.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
Studying at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU), you become part of a community of likeminded, friendly and inspiring people. Our lecturers are truly passionate about what they teach, and you’ll be able to benefit from their experience and gain the critical skills you need for your future career. Our public health lecturers are in direct contact with current agendas, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure you receive the most current and significant lessons from global health policy.
All our teaching staff also actively participate in national health forums. By studying with us you’ll gain a deep knowledge and understanding of decision making, as well as exploring health promoting initiatives, designed to solve complex public health problems. What makes BNU so special is that your lecturers have all really been a part of the teams who have influenced, formed and fought for public health agendas. We don’t just provide a theoretical education at BNU, we offer a unique insight into what your career will really look and feel like.
Why study at BNU?
Studying at BNU, you become part of a community of likeminded, friendly and inspiring people. Our lecturers are truly passionate about what they teach, and you’ll be able to benefit from their experience and gain the critical skills you need for your future career. By studying with us you’ll gain a deep knowledge and understanding of policy and decision making, as well as exploring health promoting initiatives, designed to solve complex public health problems.
What makes BNU so special is that your lecturers have influenced, formed and fought for public health agendas. We offer a unique insight into what your career will really look and feel like. We always encourage you to participate in public health volunteering opportunities to further broaden your experience and understanding as well as build a personal network.
We equip you with skills to properly present your thoughts to the world, for a more inclusive, diverse and intriguing society for everyone.
What will I study?
This course will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of how the society in which we live affects individual and community health. You'll learn about factors that influence health while exploring local, national and global approaches to improving healthcare. Throughout the programme, you'll develop important knowledge and we cover topics like public health and promotion theory, ethical decision making, health education and motivational interviewing skills.
We’ll encourage you to debate, add to your lessons and bring your own thoughts to the table. You’ll be able to discuss with your classmates and learn together with people who are passionate about the same things you are. You'll take part in student-led events and health promotion projects, gaining opportunities to network with public health employees. The practical, highly relevant experience you’ll gain will help put you in a strong position for building your public health career and set you aside as a unique candidate in the world of work.
What are my career prospects?
On successful completion of this degree, you will be well equipped for a range of different careers in different sectors, such as:
- The NHS
- Public Health England
- Local government e.g. housing officer
- Social care support workers
- Charity worker
- Health promotion worker
- International agencies
- Drugs and alcohol services
- Sexual health services
- Public health practitioners
- Environmental health officer
- Health administration
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Public Health with Foundation Year BA at Buckinghamshire New University
| 35% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 10% | Customer service occupations |
| 10% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Allied Health
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Public Health with Foundation Year BA
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £15000 | year 1 |
| International | £15000 | year 1 |
| EU | £15000 | year 1 |
| International | £15000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Buckinghamshire New University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Buckinghamshire New University
Buckinghamshire New University, also known as Bucks, was founded in 1893, in the town of High Wycombe, South East England. This university has chosen to divide its academic offerings into seven separate schools, which is reflected in that learning resources such as libraries are located in their relevant areas to reduce crowding and also increase the ease of looking for the materials the student needs. Bucks has been the recipient of numerous awards, among which we can find the Silver Award from TEF.
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Student composition of Buckinghamshire New University
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Total number of students enrolled at Buckinghamshire New University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16465
- postgraduates:
- 860
- Total:
- 17325
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental and Public Health”: 40 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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