Our contemporary courses will teach you how to improve the lives of others by preventing and managing health problems. You’ll gain skills aligned with current policy and legislation, learn from lecturers who actively work in public health, and choose a final project that matches your interests.
Studying public health is essential for promoting health, preventing disease, and improving quality of life for communities and populations worldwide. A career in public health offers diverse opportunities to contribute to society in a positive way.
Our professions-focused staff have connections with many local government public health teams, providing you with a strong network of public health professionals.
We cover a range of topics, including:
There's a growing demand for public health professionals across various sectors. These include government, non-profits, and private industry. You could pursue a career in health education, epidemiology, policy-making, and more. There is often strong job security and competitive salaries within the public health sector.
For the last two years, researchers at the University of Sunderland have been working with members of the Black community in the north-east and Scotland to develop and run workshops to raise awareness of prostate cancer risks, encourage men to get help early and discover the barriers to seeking help.
The barriers faced by Eastern European women living in the UK when accessing healthcare and support services are being highlighted in a study by a team of researchers from the University of Sunderland.
Public health education emphasises the importance of social justice, teaching you to understand and address the structural determinants of health. This focus prepares you to advocate for marginalised communities and work towards equitable health outcomes.