Public Health is vital to ensure the health, safety and well-being of the population. It is a fascinating and rewarding area to study and work in and LJMU allows you to explore this topic in depth.
“Sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll”; This course will equip the modern public health practitioner with the skills and knowledge to tackle these, and other, important public health issues which are becoming increasingly more relevant and visible to both government and the general population.
The structure of this course is guided by the Institute’s expertise, covering diverse topics such as sexual health (sex), alcohol and drugs (drugs), violence, nightlife and noise pollution (rock ‘n’ roll), alongside teaching and learning of core public health skills and knowledge, informed by the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework. You will cover all the different areas of activity within public health: technical, contextual and delivery. You will learn these through focussing on core domains of public health: surveillance and assessment of the population’s health, assessing the effectiveness of health interventions, policy and strategy development, and leadership and collaborative working to improve population health and wellbeing.
The programme will also allow exploration of key concepts and tools of public health such as health inequalities, global health, health promotion, health protection, epidemiology and public health intelligence. You will study the social determinants of health (the conditions in which people are born, grow, work and age), which can lead to avoidable differences in quality of life and persisting health inequity. You will gain practical experience in the design and delivery of public health, acquiring an appreciation of the policy and practice landscape that public health works within.
Course Details - Modules
Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.
Course Details – Assessment Method
We recognise that all students perform differently depending on how they are being assessed, which is why we offer a variety of assessment methods.
These include exams, as well as coursework in the form of essays, reports, posters, critiques of a paper or media item, peer presentations or small-group work to devise a public health strategy. There will be a work-based placement in Level 5 of your degree and a dissertation in Level 6 which both require extensive independent study.
Your marks and feedback will be available within 15 working days of submitting a piece of work. That’s because we believe that constructive feedback is vital in helping you identify your strengths as well as the areas where you may need to develop further.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
LL51
Institution code:
L51
Campus Name:
Liverpool John Moores University
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Minimum number of A Levels required: 2
Subject specific requirements: Not applicable
Is general studies acceptable? Yes
Are AS level awards acceptable? Not acceptable
Average A Level offer: BBC
Maximum AS Level points accepted: Not applicable
We shortlist applicants based on current qualifications, predicted grades, references and personal statement. We are looking for applicants who are interested in creating a fairer and healthier world. We are also looking for applicants who are keen to learn new skills and develop those they already possess. We want applicants with the ability to:
•Communicate effectively and confidently
•Understand and discriminate between ideas and methods in the field of public health
•Evaluate new ideas and add them to their existing knowledge when they judge them to be sound
•Appraise knowledge and suggest possible solutions to a range of problems
•Take responsibility for organising and delivering their own work, for developing as an independent learner, and planning their own career pathways.
For deferral options please contact the Faculty Admissions Team on 0151 231 5829 or email health@ljmu.ac.uk.
Accepted
Accepted
Extended diploma (QCF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
Extended diploma subjects / grades required: DMM in a relevant subject area is required if no other level 3 qualifications are taken
Irish Leaving Certificate: Yes
Grades / subjects required: 112 UCAS points from a minimum of 5 subjects
FETAC acceptability: All modules accepted
Anatomy and Physiology, Human Growth and Development, Introduction to Nursing
Applicants must have obtained or be in the process of obtaining grade 4 or grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics or an approved alternative qualification below:
• Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths
• NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in English Writing and or Reading and Maths
• Skills for Life Level 2 in Literacy/Numeracy
• Higher Diploma in English/Maths
• Functional skills level 2 in English/Maths
• Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
• Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
•Are functional skills acceptable? Yes
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
91%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
72%
Go onto work and study:
96%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
16100.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval. The above fees are for 2021/22. Fees for 2022/23 are to be provided.
Provider information
Egerton Court (Headquarters)
2 Rodney Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Liverpool
L1 2UA
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