BSc (Hons) Public Health & Business Management with Foundation Year

Program Overview

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This four-year Public Health & Business Management program at Canterbury Christ Church University equips students with the knowledge, skills, and adaptability to address future health needs. It combines public health theory and practice with business management insights, preparing graduates for careers in public health, healthcare, and related fields. The program emphasizes real-world experiences, interdisciplinary learning, and the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Program Outline

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Public Health & Business Management with Foundation Year - Canterbury Christ Church University

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Degree Overview:

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Program objectives:

• Provide a strong foundation in public health theory and practice, including promotion, protection, and improvement of health and wellbeing.

• Develop critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills essential for public health professionals.

• Explore the social, environmental, and economic influences on health.

• Integrate knowledge and insights from business management to address complex public health challenges effectively.

• Foster ethical conduct, professional accountability, and leadership skills for effective practice in public health settings.

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Outline:

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This program comprises three stages:

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Foundation Year (optional): This year helps students with weaker academic backgrounds or alternative qualifications develop the essential knowledge and skills to succeed in the degree program.

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Years 1, 2, and 3: These years focus on core and optional modules.

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Modules include:

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Year 1:

Core Modules: Personal and Academic Development, Applied Digital and Numeracy Skills, Human Development, Developing Communication Skills and Wellbeing.

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Year 3:

Core Modules: Public Health Leadership and Change Management, Dissertation.

• Optional Modules: Public Health Data Analysis, Health Care Systems and Governance, Understanding Public Service and Civil Society Organizations, Project Management in Health and Social Care, Global Health Governance and Ethics.

Work-related experiences: The program incorporates real-world experiences, allowing students to work on real-world public health issues and develop relevant skills for their future careers.

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Course Schedule:

Students study six modules each year, with four common modules shared with other related public health degrees, allowing for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration. Each module has 50 hours of academic direction (30 contact hours, 20 guided independent study). Students can expect to be on campus between 9 and 15 hours per week during semesters, depending on their chosen optional modules.

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Assessment:

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Assessments include:

essays, individual and poster presentations, research reports, literature reviews, projects, examinations, and portfolios. Each module typically has 1 or 2 assessments, totaling 4000 words or equivalent, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of students' knowledge and abilities.

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Teaching:

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Teaching methods:

• Work-based learning
• Use of real-world or industry briefs
• Group discussions
• Lectures
• Student presentations
• Flipped learning
• Problem-based learning
• Case studies
• Role play
• Creative practical exercises
• Peer learning
• Student-led seminars
• Virtual learning environments (Blackboard/Library)
• IT skills development
• Online discussions
• Individual and group tutorials

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The teaching team:

Comprises experienced lecturers with research interests in public health, many with backgrounds in practice and academia. They hold relevant qualifications and are passionate about empowering students to become active, engaged learners.

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Careers:

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Other:

• The program emphasizes the development of the whole person, supporting students in their learning journeys and fostering professional and personal growth.
• Students benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant learning environment that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Canterbury Christ Church University has a long and distinguished history in public health education, being one of the first universities to offer this program to undergraduate students.
• The program aligns with the University's Learning, Teaching, and Assessment Strategy and Vision 2030, promoting student-centered learning, innovation, and excellence in teaching.

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• The 2024/25 annual tuition fees for this course are:

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UK

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Overseas

Full-time - Foundation Year 0 £9,250 £15,500 Full-time - years 1-3 £9,250 £15,500

• The tuition fees of £9,250 / £15,500 relate to 2024/25 only.

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Home (UK) Fees

The fees above are for the 2024/25 academic year but may be subject to change following any announcements by the UK Government (approved by Parliament) regarding maximum Undergraduate tuition fee caps for 2024/25. In addition, the University reserves the right to increase all full-time and part-time Undergraduate tuition fees mid-course, in line with any further inflationary increase in the Government tuition fee cap which is approved by Parliament. Students with an Overseas fee status will be eligible for an International student Scholarship fee discount of £1,500, which will be applied to all Full-time Undergraduate courses with a tuition fee of £15,500.