Health promotion and prevention
Understanding health. Shaping prevention.
At a glance
Academic degree
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Form of study
Full-time
Standard period of study
7 semesters (incl. practical semester), 210 ECTS
Place of study
Language of instruction
German
Start of studies
Winter semester (October 01)
Orientation semester also in the summer semester (March 15)
Admission requirements
University entrance qualification, entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences, vocational qualification or foreign educational certificate, no admission restrictions (NC)
Costs
Semester fee (incl. semester ticket)
Orientation semester
Individual modules can be taken as part of an orientation semester
Semester abroad
Possible as a theoretical or practical semester
Accreditation
accredited by the Accreditation Council
Registration
from May 02 – September 30
Profile of the degree program
In the Health Promotion and Prevention degree program, you will learn what keeps people healthy – and how to strengthen health in a targeted manner. You will deal with current health challenges and develop solutions that make a difference in real life.
You will deal with topics such as public health, epidemiology, health psychology and health communication. You will also learn how to analyze data and apply research in a meaningful way.
In this degree program, you will work on practical projects and combine knowledge from the fields of health, society and business. Important future topics such as digitalization in the healthcare sector and social justice also play a central role. This means you will be well prepared to plan, implement and evaluate healthcare projects later on – and many paths in the healthcare sector will be open to you.
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The course combines holistic health management with practice-oriented approaches to train future experts for the promotion of health and well-being in our society.
Prof. Dr. Eberhard Nöfer
What we value
Personal development
In addition to technical skills, we attach great importance to your personal and professional development, especially by promoting soft skills. Through practice-oriented projects and internships, we prepare you optimally for everyday working life and enable you to apply your knowledge directly.
Study internationally
At Coburg University of Applied Sciences, students have the opportunity to complete a study or practical semester abroad. To this end, Coburg University of Applied Sciences maintains relationships with foreign partner universities. Further information is available from the university's Study Abroad service. In addition to technical skills, we attach great importance to your personal and professional development, especially by promoting soft skills.
Course content
1st to 4th semester
The theoretical foundations of the course are laid from the first to the fourth semester. Right at the beginning of the course, students work on practical projects in which they can immediately put what they have learned into practice. The course content of the Health Promotion and Prevention degree program ranges from health and psychological principles, research and data analysis to communication, consulting and management in the healthcare sector. Topics such as digitalization and modern healthcare solutions are also an integral part of the course.
5th semester
In the fifth semester, you will complete a supervised internship semester in a healthcare or social services facility. You will be supported by practical courses and can apply your knowledge directly in everyday working life.
6th and 7th semester
In the sixth and seventh semesters, students deepen their knowledge in key areas of health promotion – for example in community health promotion, occupational health management or individual counseling and coaching.
You will also work on a study project with practice partners and complete your studies with a Bachelor's thesis.
Orientation semester
"Health promotion and prevention" sounds exciting, but it's (still) too early to really start studying?
Take advantage of our orientation semester!
Your advantages:
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Individual timetable with modules from one or more degree programs
- Insights into content and working methods
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Examinations possible – collect first academic achievements
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Start your regular studies with a head start
Practice during studies
Projects
You will be involved in practical projects right from the start. Concrete projects with regional and national partners as well as partners from companies and social institutions will challenge you to present your work results confidently and create contacts to practice.
Practical semester
The practical semester usually takes place in the fifth semester of study. It comprises a continuous period of 26 weeks. You will also attend practical courses.
Job & Career
After graduating, you will work in health authorities, health insurance companies, companies or social institutions, for example – wherever health is actively promoted. You will develop programs to combat stress at work, plan prevention offers for various target groups or implement health projects in cities and communities.
You will organize workshops, advise people on healthy behaviour, develop health education campaigns or evaluate which measures really work. Project and quality management tasks are also part of the job – from idea to implementation.
Do another master's degree!
After successfully completing their Bachelor's degree, good graduates have the opportunity to gain further qualifications with a Master's degree. For example, Coburg University of Applied Sciences offers Master's degree courses in Applied Health Sciences or Social Work. You can also find an overview of which Master's degree programs you can combine with your Bachelor's degree here.
Curriculum and examination regulations
The module structure and the course structure provide an overview of the course. The module handbook provides information on the content of the individual modules. The study and examination regulations form the legal basis of the degree program. Questions about the content of the course will be answered by the course advisor Prof. Dr. Eberhard Nöfer.
Student ambassador
I am Antonia Giese and a student ambassador for the Health Promotion and Prevention degree program. As I study at Coburg University of Applied Sciences, I can answer your questions directly. If you would like to know what the degree program is all about or what it's like to live in Coburg, just send me an email to: antonia.giese@stud.hs-coburg.de
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