Public Health and Population Studies (with Integrated Foundation Year)

This integrated programme is designed to prepare and support you for a career in public health and related fields. From the moment you enrol, you will begin developing the knowledge and skills needed to understand how health is shaped by social, environmental and behavioural factors.

In the first year, you will build a strong foundation for studying at university level. You will develop key academic and professional skills such as communication, numeracy, critical thinking and independent learning, while exploring the scientific and social factors that influence health and wellbeing. You will be introduced to human biology and how the body functions, alongside the role of public health in society and the wider determinants of health. You will also begin to develop your understanding of scientific inquiry and data analysis, learning how to interpret evidence and understand patterns in health outcomes. Through project work and practical activities, you will develop your skills in research, analysis and problem-solving, as well as an awareness of professional practice in health and science.

As you progress, you will explore public health in greater depth, including how health is influenced at local, national and global levels. You will examine areas such as health promotion, epidemiology and policy, and develop your understanding of how to improve health outcomes for communities.

The programme prepares you for careers in public health, healthcare, local government and the voluntary sector.

Start something big.

Choosing a university is a big decision. At Bradford, you'll join a welcoming campus where you'll know your lecturers, make friends from all over the world and feel part of a community from day one. Whether it's joining a society, trying a new sport or getting support when you need it, you'll find plenty of opportunities to make Bradford your home.

Their degrees are built around the real world and are one of the UK's top universities for graduate employment because employability is built into everything they do. You'll learn from experts, use industry-standard facilities and build the skills employers are looking for through practical teaching, placements and hands-on experience.

From your first day to graduation, they're there to help you succeed. With personalised support, career-focused learning and opportunities to gain real industry experience, you'll graduate ready to take on whatever comes next.