University of Greenwich
Public Health BSc (Hons)
University of Greenwich

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Public Health BSc (Hons) at University of Greenwich for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.

Overall student satisfaction
55 /100
10 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £29821 £26104 £30658
25-75 percentile range £24771 - £35770 £19342 - £34316 £22615 - £42400

Course Description

Study public health at Greenwich for an exciting start to a lifelong career in a dynamic field of work.

On this public health degree, you will gain the vital knowledge and experience that can be applied to any areas of public health practice. This might range from community empowerment to statistical analysis and epidemiology to policy development. Our strong emphasis on employment-orientated knowledge and skills development means our graduates are ready to start work as public health practitioners.

With the guidance of our research-active tutors, you will explore strategies that will improve the UK's health, from social change and targeting inequalities, to designing and implementing national campaigns. A structured work experience assignment in your final year will give you the opportunity to use the knowledge and skills you have developed in the workplace and make valuable professional contacts.

What you should know about this course:

  • We have strong links with public health providers that can provide you with excellent work experience.
  • Students studying this course can expect to earn up to £30,000 on graduation (HESA, 2020).
  • Our expert lecturers will help you develop your knowledge and gain the skills required to embark on a career in public health.
  • 92% overall student satisfaction National Student Survey 2021)
  • The course is taught at the university's iconic Greenwich Campus.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Public Health BSc (Hons) at University of Greenwich

15% Teaching Professionals
15% Welfare and housing associate professionals
15% Caring personal services
15% Administrative occupations
15% Managers, directors and senior officials
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations

On this course, students are assessed by take-home exams, coursework and practice assessments on campus where required. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assessments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Public Health, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Public Health BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
EU £15100 year 1
International £15100 year 1
EU £17000 year 1
International £17000 year 1

Additional fee information

**

Average student cost of living in London

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:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2
  • year 3

UCAS application code:

B902

University Rankings

Positions of University of Greenwich in top UK and global rankings.

See all 27 university rankings of University of Greenwich

About University of Greenwich

The University of Greenwich operates on government funding, and is based in London and Kent, England. The university’s main campus, the Old Royal Naval College, as well as its Avery Hill campus are located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, in Greater London. Its satellite campus in Medway, Kent is part of a collaboration with the University of Kent.

List of 214 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Greenwich - Course Catalogue

Student composition of University of Greenwich

undergraduates:
15845
postgraduates:
5550
Total:
21395
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental and Public Health”: 470 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022

Where is this programme taught

University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
map marker Show on map

Similar courses

Program University Student satis­faction Unem­ployed Drop­out Tuition (UK) Tuition (Inter­national) UCAS Tariff City
Environmental Health BSc (Hons) Middlesex University 82% 0% 10% £9250 £15100 £16600 98 London
On campus Full-time
Public Health BA Buckinghamshire New University - - - £9250 £15000 £15000 - High Wycombe
On campus Full-time
Public Health BSc (Hons) Middlesex University - 5% 6% £9250 £15100 £16600 125 London
On campus Full-time
Public Health BSc (Hons) University of West London - - - £9250 £16250 - Ealing
On campus Full-time
Public Health BSc (Hons) University of East London - 20% 10% £9250 £14160 £14820 132 London
On campus Full-time
Health Promotion and Public Health BSc (Hons) The University of Nottingham 88% 5% 2% £9250 £27200 153 Nottingham
On campus Full-time
Public Health with Foundation Year BA Buckinghamshire New University - - - £9250 £15000 £15000 - High Wycombe
On campus Full-time
Environmental Health with DPP BSc (Hons) Ulster University 95% 5% 0% £9250 £15840 £16320 159 Coleraine
On campus Full-time Sandwich
Public Health and Community Wellbeing BSc (Hons) University of Bradford 62% 5% 0% £9250 £22180 124 Bradford
On campus Full-time
Public Health BSc (Hons) Queen Margaret University - 0% 5% £9250 £8000 176 Edinburgh
On campus Full-time

Ask a Question to University of Greenwich

General Information
Can you send me a prospectus with more information about this programme?
Please inform me about dates of open days / information sessions for Public Health BSc (Hons)?
Scholarships / Funding
What scholarships / funding options are available for this programme?
Programme Dates & Deadlines
Can I still apply for this programme?
When do you stop accepting applications?
What date do courses start?
Student Accommodation
Which student halls are available to students in Public Health BSc (Hons)?
What are the costs of the student halls?
Do you guarantee a place in your student halls?
Tuition & Fees
How much does this programme cost?
When do I have to pay the tuition fees?
Can I pay for this programme in installments?
Grade requirements (international students)
What are the minimum grades you require from applicants of my country?
English requirements for international students
Can you confirm the minimum required IELTS score for this programme?
What other proof of my English level do you accept?
How to Apply
What documents are required for applying to Public Health BSc (Hons)?
Can you provide information about the application process?
Other
Any other question

Request course information or send a question directly to University of Greenwich